Table 3.
The effects of samples in the reaction of indole with benzaldehyde.a
| Entry | Catalyst | Isolated yield (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LDH-4 | 33 |
| 2 | MMO-1 | 53 |
| 3 | MMO-2 | 58 |
| 4 | MMO-3 | 87 |
| 5 | MMO-4 | 98 |
| 6 | CuO and Al2O3 | 16 |
Reaction condition: indole (2 mmol), benzaldehyde (1 mmol), catalyst (10 mg), solvent-free microwave irradiation at 160 °C, 10 min.