Recent advances in catalytic removal volatile organic compounds over metal–organic framework–derived catalysts: A review

•The synthesis of MOF–derived monometal, bimetal, and supported noble metal catalyst and their application to the catalytic oxidation of VOCs are reviewed.•The catalytic application of monolithic catalyst in catalytic abatement VOCs are summarized.•The mechanisms of MOF–derived catalysts are analyzed in catalysis.•The Effect of water on catalytic activity are analyzed. Since the threat of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to the environment and human health, the removal of them is impatient. Among numerous VOC degradation methods, catalytic complete oxidation is currently considered as a feasible technology with the advantages of high activity, low energy consumption and less secondary pollution. In the last years, great promise has been demonstrated in applying metal– organic frameworks (MOFs) derivatives in catalytic abatement of VOCs due to their high specific area, high porosity and adjustable pore size. Herein, we provide an overview of the progresses for the preparation of the types MOF–derived metal oxide catalysts and their application on the catalytic abatement of typical VOCs removal. Possible catalytic removal mechanisms are introduced in the context of multiple characterizations and calculation. The effect of water vapor in catalytic oxidation of VOCs is summarized. Highlighted the strengths of monolithic catalysts and present their advantages in industrial applications. Finally, the future development trends and challenges of its present application are recommended.