| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49860 | Catalysis Communications | 2012 | 5 Pages |
The potential of boron nitride as innovative support for the selective oxidation of carbohydrates has been evaluated. Pd/h-BN catalysts as well as Pd/α-Al2O3 have been synthesized by two different methods for comparison: dry impregnation and deposition–precipitation. It is shown that BN is a suitable alternative to alumina and carbon for sugar oxidation in liquid phase. Very active and selective Pd/h-BN catalysts were obtained by the two synthetic methods under consideration.
Graphical abstractFigure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► Boron nitride could replace alumina or carbon supports for applications in water. ► Pd/BN catalysts were readily prepared by dry impregnation or deposition–precipitation. ► Pd/h-BN catalysts were amenable to in situ Raman characterization. ► Catalysts supported on BN were more active than the analogues on alumina.
