Efficient degradation of DDBAC in water by a heterogeneous Vis/H2O2 catalytic system based on MIL-53(Fe)

In this study, the iron-based metal–organic framework MIL-53(Fe) was successfully prepared by a solvent method and used as a photocatalyst for the efficient degradation of DDBAC under visible light. The morphology, structure and photocatalytic properties of MIL-53(Fe) were investigated by SEM, XRD, XPS and UV–vis DRS characterization methods. The optimum conditions for the degradation of DD pathways of DDBAC were analyzed in combination with DFT calculations. Based on molecular orbital theory and free radical quenching experiments, it was demonstrated that hydroxyl radicals were the main contributors in the oxidative degradation of DDBAC. The toxicity of DDBAC and its intermediates was evaluated by culturing Chlorella vulgaris, and the results showed that the Vis/MIL-53(Fe)/H 2 O 2 system was capable of solution detoxification.