Synthesis of a 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural-based resin and its use as heterogeneuos catalyst

Abstract

The synthesis and characterization of a new 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural-based resin was evaluated. The product obtained, a dark brownish solid and insolluble in several organic solvents and water, presents acidic properties (-COOH). The characterization was performed by using FTIR, solid carbon NMR, TGA, DSC analyses and the results showed an amorphous material. Its acidity was explored in an organic reaction under continuous flow conditions.