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Recent Advances in Electrochemical Synthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide

Author(s)

Shengliang Li

Affiliation(s)

Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China

Abstract

Hydrogen peroxide stands as a valuable, eco-friendly, versatile oxidizing agent that is widely used in chemical synthesis, industrial product bleaching, and wastewater treatment. At present, the anthraquinone method is the main method for synthesizing H2O2 in large quantities in industry. However, this method has the disadvantages of high cost, excessive energy consumption, intricate procedures, and significant emissions of pollutants are notable. It is not suitable for on-site preparation on demand, and the products prepared by the anthraquinone method are not suitable for on-site preparation. Safety hazards are prone to occur during storage and transportation. Using electrocatalysts to synthesize H2O2, attainable via either the two-electron oxygen reduction reaction or the water oxidation reaction On-site on-demand preparation of hydrogen peroxide. It is a promising alternative method that has attracted attention in recent years. This article briefly introduces the reaction mechanism, catalyst design, and application development of electrochemical synthesis of H2O2.

Keywords

Hydrogen Peroxide; Electrocatalytic; Electrochemistry; Synthesis; Catalyst

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