Full hydrogenation of squalene, a natural product, affords squalane, a saturated hydrocarbon whose exceptional properties make it the best emollient known to the cosmetic industry. As new methods to obtain squalene are being developed that replace the use of non-sustainable sources, the development of better hydrogenation processes becomes increasingly important. This study highlights recent progress and identifies open opportunities for further progress.
Catalytic Hydrogenation of Squalene to Squalane
Ciriminna Rosaria;Pagliaro Mario
2014
Abstract
Full hydrogenation of squalene, a natural product, affords squalane, a saturated hydrocarbon whose exceptional properties make it the best emollient known to the cosmetic industry. As new methods to obtain squalene are being developed that replace the use of non-sustainable sources, the development of better hydrogenation processes becomes increasingly important. This study highlights recent progress and identifies open opportunities for further progress.File in questo prodotto:
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