An effective “precursor-transformation” route toward the high-yield synthesis of ZIF-8 tubes

Abstract

A novel “precursor-transformation” route was developed for the high-yield synthesis of tube-like ZIF-8 (with around 0.6 g of ZIF-8/60 mL of solvent, the yield is over 90% based on Zn). The advantages of high yield, easy synthesis and a special tube-like morphology are largely favourable for the application of ZIF-8 based materials.