Development of Mesoporous SBA-16/SO₃H Catalysts from Sugarcane Bagasse Ash for the Biginelli Reaction

Author : Kanyarat Saenthornsin

Abstract :This research focused on synthesizing mesoporous silica (SBA-16) from sugarcane bagasse ash, a waste material abundant in silica. To enhance its catalytic efficiency, sulfonic acid functionalization was applied, yielding SBA-16/SO₃H. Characterization techniques, including FT-IR, XRD, TEM, SEM-EDS, BET, TGA, and acid-base titration, were employed to evaluate its structural and chemical properties. The catalyst exhibited outstanding performance in the Biginelli reaction, producing high yields. Additionally, it demonstrated excellent reusability across multiple cycles with minimal loss in activity. These findings establish SBA-16/SO₃H as a sustainable, eco-friendly, and highly effective catalyst derived from agricultural waste, supporting green chemistry initiatives

Keywords :Multicomponent, SBA-16, Ash, Silica, Sulfonation.

Conference Name :International Conference on Science, Engineering & Technology (ICSET-25)

Conference Place Saitama, Japan

Conference Date 25th Apr 2025