Fe@C-BN catalysts were fabricated by a simple and scalable pyrolysis method.
Catalytic performance of Fe@C-BN was affected by several key operating parameters.
Hydroxyl and sulfate radicals participating in Fenton-like process were identified.
Enhanced activity was ascribed to synergistic effect of iron and N, B-doped carbon.
Metal NPs embedded in carbon can be protected from leaching in the different media.