Journal profile · Engineering, Chemical
Journal of Catalysis
ISSN 0021-9517 · eISSN 1090-2694 · Academic Press Inc. · UNITED STATES · Semimonthly · Founded 1962
Journal of Catalysis: CAS Zone 1 · Chemistry (2025 upgraded edition, Top journal); impact factor 5.98; hybrid open access; APC about USD 4,250; review about 83 days (submission to acceptance, publisher); 666 articles in 2025; indexed in SCIE and Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Journal of Catalysis is published by Academic Press Inc. and is in Zone 1 of Chemistry in the CAS Journal Ranking (2025 upgraded edition, Top journal). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Catalytic Processes in Materials Science, Catalysis and Oxidation Reactions and Catalysis and Hydrodesulfurization Studies, together about 47.1% of its articles. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
The Journal of Catalysis publishes original, rigorous, and scholarly contributions in the fields of heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis including thermal, electro-, and photocatalysis for impactful chemistries. We prioritize studies that advance knowledge of catalytic science including the connections between catalytic function and fundamental properties of the reacting molecules, the catalytic materials, and the reaction environment. Such contributions present fundamental and conceptual insights obtained from original data derived from:Kinetic evaluation, microkinetic analysis, and mechanistic studiesComputational assessments of reactive species and complexes Spectroscopic characterization of reactive species and operating catalystsWe also value framework-oriented discussions of catalytic concepts and perspectives informed by examination of existing literature, which are published in the form of pedagogical reviews and perspectives.We aim for Journal of Catalysis to publish evidential articles of enduring value that advance fundamental and transferable knowledge in catalysis and reaction engineering.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): Engineering, Chemical
Editor-in-chief D. W. FlahertyPublisher website
Editorial board by country: 8 in mainland China (about 11%); most named United States 31, Germany 10, Mainland China 8, South Korea 3, Netherlands 3 (71 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Catalytic Processes in Materials ScienceMaterials Science22.1%
- Catalysis and Oxidation ReactionsChemical Engineering15.2%
- Catalysis and Hydrodesulfurization StudiesEngineering9.8%
- Zeolite Catalysis and SynthesisChemistry7.2%
- Catalysts for Methane ReformingChemical Engineering6.4%
- Electrocatalysts for Energy ConversionEnergy4.3%
- Mesoporous Materials and CatalysisMaterials Science4.2%
- Catalysis for Biomass ConversionEngineering4%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Chemistry Zone 1
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Chemistry | Zone 1 |
| Minor | Chemistry, Physical | Zone 2 |
| Minor | Engineering, Chemical | Zone 2 |
Top journal: yesReview journal: no
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Chemistry Zone 1
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Chemistry | Zone 1 |
| Minor | Chemistry, Physical | Zone 2 |
| Minor | Engineering, Chemical | Zone 2 |
Top journal: yesReview journal: not marked
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Chemistry Zone 1
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Chemistry | Zone 1 |
| Minor | Chemistry, Physical | Zone 2 |
| Minor | Engineering, Chemical | Zone 2 |
Top journal: yesReview journal: no
Database indexing
SCIEScopusLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- Impact factor
- 5.98LetPub ·
- Impact factor (publisher)
- 6Publisher website ·
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 10.4LetPub ·
- CiteScore (publisher)
- 10.4Publisher website ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 1.29LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 1.12LetPub ·
- h-index
- 218LetPub ·
- h-index
- 337OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 17,310OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 6.1OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 6.7%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 16.27%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 595LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 23,696 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 498 | 119 | 336 |
| 2025 | 666 | 125 | 3,440 |
| 2024 | 593 | 198 | 6,944 |
| 2023 | 444 | 125 | 7,379 |
| 2022 | 465 | 119 | 12,097 |
| 2021 | 488 | 166 | 15,198 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Publisher-reported review time from the journal's website
83 dayssubmission to acceptance · community reports about 2.2 months
The publisher's own definition applies; dates from this journal's articles in the last 24 months are not available yet, so the publisher's figure is used.
Figures by source
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 2.2 monthsLetPub ·
- Average acceptance (community reports)
- 83%LetPub ·
- Submission to first decision
- 12 daysPublisher website ·
- First decision after review
- 38 daysPublisher website ·
- Submission to acceptance
- 83 daysPublisher website ·
- Acceptance to publication
- 4 daysPublisher website ·
- Peer review
- Single anonymous peer reviewPublisher website
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Hybrid open accessLetPub
A subscription journal in which authors can pay to publish their article open access.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenAlex | USD 4,250 / EUR 3,980 / GBP 3,400 / JPY 527,130 | — | — | |
| Publisher website | USD 4,150 | — | — |
A hybrid journal charges the APC only when the author chooses open access; publishing under the subscription model is usually free.
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare7 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 250 words
- Keywords
- 1–7
- Reference style
- Numbered, in order of citation
- First submission
- Free format: the journal's layout is not required
- Highlights
- Required
- Graphical abstract
- Required
- Cover letter
- Required
Article types accepted11, with length limits
- commentaryTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …Length not stated
- editorialTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …Length not stated
- letterTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …Length not stated
- letters to the editorTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …Length not stated
- original researchTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …Length not stated
- perspectiveTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …main text ≤ 5,000 words
- perspective articlesPerspective Articles Perspectives in the Journal of Catalysis are curated brief commentaries on recent developments in an established or developing topical area…Length not stated
- research paperTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …Length not stated
- reviewTypes of PublicationsAll submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter addressed to the editor that explains the context of the article within the field, …main text ≤ 15,000 words
- review articleReviews in the Journal of Catalysis provide a concise, focused review of a topic of current or emerging interest to the scientific community. Reviews are not ex…main text ≤ 15,000 words · abstract ≤ 150 words
- review articlesReview Articles Reviews in the Journal of Catalysis provide a concise, focused review of a topic of current or emerging interest to the scientific community.Length not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Authorship, Conflicts of interest, Publication ethics, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review, Preprints
- AI use Declaration of generative AI use
Authors must declare the use of generative AI tools in the manuscript preparation process upon submission of the paper.Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies (“AI tools”) have been rapidly adopted in research and scholarly publishing, offering significant benefits while requiring clear standards for responsible and transparent use.Authors preparing a manuscript for this journal may use AI tool…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Authorship Group authorship
Group authorship refers to the attribution of an article to a defined and named group of authors whose members have contributed to the work. Examples include research consortia, clinical trial groups, collaborative networks, task forces or working groups, expert panels or consensus groups, and participatory research groups. Group authorship must be declared on the title page at submission. When av…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Conflicts of interest Declaration of competing interests
All authors must disclose any financial and personal relationships with other people or organizations that could inappropriately influence or bias their work. Examples of potential competing interests include:EmploymentConsultanciesStock ownershipHonorariaPaid expert testimonyPatent applications or registrationsGrants or any other fundingAffiliation with the journal as an Editor or Advisory Board …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics
Elsevier's Publishing Ethics Policy Model summary
Authors must follow ethical guidelines stated in Elsevier's Publishing Ethics Policy.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright License options
Authors will be offered open access user license options which will determine how you, and third parties, can reuse your open access article. We advise that you review these options and any funding body license requirements before selecting a license option.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open access
We refer you to our open access information page to learn about open access options for this journal.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer review
single anonymized review process Model summary
This journal follows a single anonymized review process. Your submission will initially be assessed by our editors. If your submission is deemed suitable, it will typically be sent to be reviewed by a minimum of two reviewers for an independent expert assessment of the scientific quality. The decision as to whether your article is accepted or rejected for publication will be made by our editors.Re…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Preprints Preprints
preprint sharing allowed Model summary
Preprint sharingAuthors may share preprints in line with Elsevier's article sharing policy. Sharing preprints, such as on a preprint server, will not count as prior publication.We advise you to read our policy on multiple, redundant or concurrent publication. In support of Open Science, this journal offers its authors a free preprint posting service on SSRN, Elsevier’s preprint and early research …
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Academic Press Inc.
- Country or region
- UNITED STATES
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Semimonthly
- Founded
- 1962
- ISSN
- 0021-9517
- Electronic ISSN
- 1090-2694
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Journal of Catalysis
What CAS zone is Journal of Catalysis in?
In the 2025 upgraded edition of the CAS Journal Ranking, Journal of Catalysis is in Zone 1 of Chemistry, and in Zone 2 of the minor category Chemistry, Physical / Engineering, Chemical; it is a Top journal. In the 2026 Xinrui edition it is in Zone 1 of Chemistry. Zones from different editions, and from major and minor categories, are not interchangeable.
What is the impact factor of Journal of Catalysis?
The latest impact factor listed by LetPub is 5.98; CiteScore 10.4, h-index 337.
How long does peer review take at Journal of Catalysis?
The publisher reports about 83 days (submission to acceptance); authors report an average review time of about 2.2 months. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Journal of Catalysis?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 250 words; Keywords: 1–7; Reference style: Numbered, in order of citation; First submission: Free format: the journal's layout is not required; Highlights: Required; Graphical abstract: Required; Cover letter: Required. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Journal of Catalysis based?
Of the 71 board members whose country the journal's board page names, 8 (about 11%) are in mainland China; the countries named most often are United States (31), Germany (10) and Mainland China (8). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Journal of Catalysis?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Journal of Catalysis is indexed in SCIE and Scopus.
Is Journal of Catalysis open access, and what is the APC?
Journal of Catalysis is a hybrid journal. For open-access publication: APC about USD 4,250.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, Publisher website, OpenAlex; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-25). Last updated: .