The article "Hydroxymethylfurfural, A Versatile Platform Chemical Made from Renewable Resources" by Putten et al. (2013) provides a comprehensive review of the chemistry, production, and applications of hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF). HMF is a key intermediate in the conversion of carbohydrates into valuable chemicals and fuels, making it a versatile platform chemical. The review covers the nutritional and toxicological aspects of HMF, its occurrence in food, and its potential health effects. It also delves into the dehydration chemistry of hexoses, including the mechanisms and side products formed. The authors discuss various production routes, such as aqueous, nonaqueous, and mixed solvent systems, and the use of ionic liquids. The review highlights the importance of HMF in the production of polymers, fine chemicals, and fuel components, and provides an overview of economic evaluations of different production modes. The article concludes by emphasizing the potential of HMF as a sustainable and renewable resource for the chemical industry.The article "Hydroxymethylfurfural, A Versatile Platform Chemical Made from Renewable Resources" by Putten et al. (2013) provides a comprehensive review of the chemistry, production, and applications of hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF). HMF is a key intermediate in the conversion of carbohydrates into valuable chemicals and fuels, making it a versatile platform chemical. The review covers the nutritional and toxicological aspects of HMF, its occurrence in food, and its potential health effects. It also delves into the dehydration chemistry of hexoses, including the mechanisms and side products formed. The authors discuss various production routes, such as aqueous, nonaqueous, and mixed solvent systems, and the use of ionic liquids. The review highlights the importance of HMF in the production of polymers, fine chemicals, and fuel components, and provides an overview of economic evaluations of different production modes. The article concludes by emphasizing the potential of HMF as a sustainable and renewable resource for the chemical industry.