Searching for a "Green" Hydrogenolysis Catalyst

Abstract

This paper is an overview of the scientific results that have been achieved during the development of a sustainable hydrogenolysis catalyst. The paper describes the effects of various synthesis methods and their parameters, as well as the effect of diverse promoters and supports on the catalyst structure, activity and selectivity in the hydrogenolysis of dimethyl adipate. From the green chemistry point of view, a suitable alternative to the Adkins catalyst was found on the laboratory scale.