Selective defunctionalization by TiO2 of monomeric phenolics from lignin pyrolysis into simple phenols

- Highly selective process for the production of simple phenols.
- TiO2 defunctionalized monomeric phenolics from lignin.
- Over 95% conversion of monomeric phenolics is attainable.
- Catechols were the most reactive monomeric phenolic.
- Anatase TiO2 performed much better than rutile TiO2.