An efficient and convenient protocol for the synthesis of quinoxalines and dihydropyrazines via cyclization-oxidation processes using HClO4·SiO2 as a heterogeneous recyclable catalyst
Organic Chemistry Division-I, Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Uppal Road, Hyderabad 500 007, Andhra Pradesh, India
Abstract:
A convenient and straightforward method has been developed for the synthesis of quinoxalines and dihydropyrazines (DHPs) using α-bromo ketones and 1,2-diamines in the presence of silica supported perchloric acid (HClO4·SiO2) at room temperature. The quinoxalines and DHPs were presumably formed via cyclization-oxidation. The catalyst works under heterogeneous conditions and can be recycled.