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Research progress on organic acid pretreatment of lignocellulose

Journal Article · · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
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  1. Yancheng Teachers University (China); Nanjing Forestry Univ. (China)
  2. Yancheng Teachers University (China)
  3. Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)
  4. Nanjing Forestry Univ. (China)
Lignocellulosic biomass is a naturally occurring, renewable resource that is utilized to produce a variety of high–value-added products, such as fuels, acids, and building block chemicals. The pretreatment of lignocellulosic biomass is a crucial step in the deconstruction and fractionation of its components. Organic acids, such as formic, acetic, lactic, and maleic acids, have been widely studied for their effectiveness in lignocellulose pretreatment. Organic acid–based pretreatment techniques are gaining increased attention due to their ability to selectively separate hemicellulose and cellulose, promote oligomer formation, and minimize byproducts. This paper presents a comprehensive review of the various advancements in the science and application of organic acids for the pretreatment of lignocellulose. Furthermore, the significant challenges of organic acid recovery after pretreatment are highlighted, and different recovery methods are discussed. In conclusion, the future challenges related to utilizing organic acids for lignocellulose pretreatment are summarized, with a strong emphasis on adopting a sustainable approach to converting valuable bioresources into renewable products.
Research Organization:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
International Innovation Center for Forest Chemicals and Materials; Natural Science Foundation of the Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China; Research Startup Foundation of Yancheng Teachers University; USDOE Office of Science (SC), Biological and Environmental Research (BER)
Grant/Contract Number:
AC05-00OR22725
OSTI ID:
2573382
Journal Information:
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Journal Name: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules Journal Issue: 4 Vol. 307; ISSN 0141-8130
Publisher:
ElsevierCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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