Method and process of producing short chain fatty acids from waste stream containing phenolic lignin model compounds by controlled photocatalytic oxidation with titanium dioxide nanocatalyst in the presence of ultraviolet radiation

摘要

A method of producing short chain carbon compounds from effluents that are rich in lignin-model compounds. The method is characterized by controlled photocatalytic degradation of lignin model compounds so as to produce short chain carbon compounds. The present invention provides converting recalcitrant and toxic organic compounds into chemicals which are of commercial value.