Hierarchical self-standing MFI zeolite monoliths were synthesized via a facile method.
Na+ and OH− are used as counterions for breaking and remaking of T–O–T (T = Si or Al) bonds.
Hierarchical self-standing MFI zeolite monoliths result from zeolite crystal intergrowth.
Self-standing zeolite monolith has an excellent mechanical stability with tunable intracrystalline meso-/macropores.