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Researchers developed novel switchable deep eutectic solvents (SDES) for efficient lignin extraction. These SDES systems offer improved lignin solubility and structural integrity, facilitating industrial applications in biomass processing.

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Area of Science:

  • Green Chemistry
  • Biomass Valorization
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) show potential for lignin dissolution but suffer from high polarity and recyclability issues.
  • Switchable ionic liquids (SILs) offer tunable properties but require further optimization for biomass applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop novel switchable deep eutectic solvent (SDES) systems for enhanced lignin dissolution and extraction.
  • To investigate the impact of CO2 on lignin solubility and the properties of regenerated lignin.
  • To assess the potential of SDES for industrial lignin fractionation and processing.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis and screening of switchable ionic liquids (SILs) based on 1,8-diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene (DBU) and alcohols.
  • Formation of switchable deep eutectic solvents (SDES) by coupling SILs with hydrogen-bond donors.
  • Solubility testing of lignin model compounds and milled wood lignin in SDES and SDES-CO2 systems.
  • Regeneration of lignin using acetone and characterization of the regenerated lignin's structure and molecular weight.

Main Results:

  • SDES systems exhibited moderated viscosity, conductivity, and pH while maintaining switchability.
  • Lignin and lignin model compound solubility significantly improved in SDES compared to SILs.
  • Charging CO2 into SDES (SDES-CO2) further enhanced solubility, with syringic acid, ferulic acid, and milled wood lignin reaching 230.57, 452.17, and 279.12 mg/g, respectively.
  • Acetone regeneration yielded lignin with preserved structure and no chemical modifications.
  • SDES-CO2 regenerated lignin showed higher molecular weight (Mw=10,340 g/mol), improved uniformity (PDI=1.35), and increased guaiacyl lignin content.

Conclusions:

  • The developed SDES systems provide an efficient and tunable platform for lignin dissolution and extraction.
  • SDES-CO2 offers superior lignin solubility, enabling effective biomass fractionation.
  • The regenerated lignin retains its structural integrity and exhibits enhanced properties, suitable for downstream industrial applications.