Preparation of 2,5-(hydroxymethyl)furaldehyde (HMF) , derivatives thereof and levulinic acid from fructose as well as preparation of 2 , 5-bis- (hydroxymethyl) furan from 2 , 5- (hydroxymethyl) furaldehyde

摘要

A method for utilizing an industrially convenient fructose source for a dehydration reaction converting a carbohydrate to a furan derivative is provided. Recovery methods also are provided. Embodiments of the methods improve upon the known methods of producing furan derivatives.