Hydrogenation of 2-butyne-1,4-diol to butane-1,4-diol in supercritical carbon dioxide

Green Chemistry Pub Date: 2003-08-21 DOI: 10.1039/B306560J

Abstract

Hydrogenation of 2-butyne-1,4-diol to butane-1,4-diol has been successfully conducted in supercritical carbon dioxide at 323 K with a high selectivity of 84% for butane-1,4-diol at 100% conversion. No catalysts are needed since the reaction is promoted by the stainless steel reactor wall.

Graphical abstract: Hydrogenation of 2-butyne-1,4-diol to butane-1,4-diol in supercritical carbon dioxide
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