%0 Journal Article
%T Hydrogen-transfer strategy in lignin refinery: Towards sustainable and versatile value-added biochemicals.
%A Li Y
%A Liu M
%A Tang Q
%A Liang K
%A Sun Y
%A Yu Y
%A Lou Y
%A Liu Y
%A Yu H
%J ChemSusChem
%V 17
%N 12
%D 2024 Jun 24
%M 38294404
%F 9.14
%R 10.1002/cssc.202301912
%X Lignin, the most prevalent natural source of polyphenols on Earth, offers substantial possibilities for the conversion into aromatic compounds, which is critical for attaining sustainability and carbon neutrality. The hydrogen-transfer method has garnered significant interest owing to its environmental compatibility and economic viability. The efficacy of this approach is contingent upon the careful selection of catalytic and hydrogen-donating systems that decisively affect the yield and selectivity of the monomeric products resulting from lignin degradation. This paper highlights the hydrogen-transfer technique in lignin refinery, with a specific focus on the influence of hydrogen donors on the depolymerization pathways of lignin. It delineates the correlation between the structure and activity of catalytic hydrogen-transfer arrangements and the gamut of lignin-derived biochemicals, utilizing data from lignin model compounds, separated lignin, and lignocellulosic biomass. Additionally, the paper delves into the advantages and future directions of employing the hydrogen-transfer approach for lignin conversion. In essence, this concept investigation illuminates the efficacy of the hydrogen-transfer paradigm in lignin valorization, offering key insights and strategic directives to maximize lignin's value sustainably.