Production of polyols from sugars in biorenewable alcohol: Selectivity of hydrogen transfer on metal catalysts

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the effectiveness of non-H2 hydrogen donors like alcohols in the hydrogenation process using metal catalysts.
• Investigated the role of non-H2 hydrogen donors in hydrogenation reactions.
• Analyzed selectivity of hydrogen transfer on various metal catalysts.
• Utilized sugars derived from biorenewable sources as substrates.
• Found that using alcohols as hydrogen donors significantly improved reaction flexibility.
• Demonstrated enhanced selectivity for polyols production depending on the metal catalyst used.