Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the conversion of lactose into useful monocarbohydrates, comprising the steps of oxidatively hydrolyzing a lactose solution to form galactose and gluconic acid, and separating these two constituents.
Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the preparation of furfural from a carbohydrate, comprising subjecting a lactose-containing material to steam distillation, whereby at least part of the lactose present is converted to furfural.