A Green Synthesis of Catechol in H₂O₂ by Using a Naturally Prepared Catalyst: WEWSA and WECMA
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https://doi.org/10.30827/ars.v66i4.34536Keywords:
Dakin oxidation, Hydrogen Peroxide, Green Chemistry, WEWSA, WECMA, CatecholAbstract
Introduction: Green chemistry provides a framework to develop innovative chemical processes and products. These guidelines include all aspects of a process’s life cycle, including the raw materials used, the transformation’s effectiveness and safety, and the toxicity and biodegradability of the products and reagents used.
Methods: By using the Dakin reaction in a manner that was less harmful to the environment was the inspiration for our novel approach to the production of catechol. Aromatic aryl aldehydes can be transformed into phenols at room temperature with the aid of H2O2-WEWSA and WECMA.
Results: The catalytic system should ideally operate without the need for activation or the presence of transition metal catalysts, toxic ligands, additives/promoters, bases, organic solvents, or similar substances.
Conclusion: Assessed the efficacy of this method; various substituted hydroxylated benzaldehydes were examined.
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