Optimization of Cu/NaY catalyst in xanthene synthesisa.
Reaction number | Amount of catalyst (mg) | Time (minutes) | Yield (percentage) |
---|---|---|---|
1 | 0 | 45 | 25 |
2 | 1 | 10 | 72 |
3 | 2 | 3 | 98 |
4 | 3 | 3 | 98 |
Reaction conditions: 2 mmol of dimedone, 1 mmol of benzaldehyde, 110 °C.