Synthesis, applications, and characterization of Guerbet compounds and their derivatives
Gerhard Knothe · Lipid Technology · 2002
The Guerbet reaction and Guerbet compounds, particularly Guerbet alcohols, have been known for more than a century. Guerbet compounds are used in commercial applications such as lubricants, plasticizers, cosmetics, etc., due to their interesting properties. This article provides basic information on Guerbet compounds, discusses their applications, summarizes the synthesis of Guerbet compounds and also touches on their analytical characterization.