Table 2. Photodecarboxylation of Fatty Acids and Bio-oils over 1.5Au-0.8Pd/TiO2a.
| Feedstock | Products | Conversion (%) | Yield (%) | Selectivity (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauric acid | Undecane | 100 | 94.7 | 94.7 |
| Palmitic acid | Pentadecane | 100 | 97.7 | 97.7 |
| Stearic acid | Heptadecane | 100 | 94.3 | 94.3 |
| Oleic acid | Heptadecane | 95.5 | 77.5 | 81.2 |
These reactions are conducted in a H2 atmosphere (0.5 bar) under UV–visible light irradiation for 4 h.