NH4H2PO4/SiO2: a recyclable,efficient heterogeneous catalyst for crossed aldol condensation reaction

Abstract

Crossed aldol condensation of aromatic aldehydes with cyclic ketones in the presence of catalytic amount of NH₄H₂PO₄/SiO₂ (as a safe, green, and cheap heterogeneous catalyst) under solvent-free condition afforded α,?-bis(substituted-benzylidene) cycloalkanones in high yields. This method is general with respect to all types of aromatic aldehydes and is an eco-friendly procedure. And the catalyst is easily prepared, stable, reusable, and efficient under the reaction conditions.