Synthesis of maleic and fumaric acids from furfural in the presence of betaine hydrochloride and hydrogen peroxideElectronic supplementary information (ESI) available: General procedure for the syntheses of MA and FA and BHC characterization after recycling. See DOI: 10.1039/c6gc02620f

• Main Authors: Araji, N, Madjinza, D. D, Chatel, G, Moores, A, Jérôme, F, De Oliveira Vigier, K
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 03.01.2017

Here we report the successful valorisation of furfural into maleic acid (MA) and fumaric acid (FA) with a total yield above 90% using an aqueous solution of betaine hydrochloride (BHC) in the presence of hydrogen peroxide. BHC can be recycled for at least 4 cycles and it can be used to directly conv...