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Olefin oxidation by zeolite-encapsulated Mn(salen) sup + complexes under ambient conditions

Journal Article · · Journal of Catalysis; (USA)
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  1. Ohio State Univ., Columbus (USA)

Zeolite-encapsulated manganese complex of the salen ligand (N,N{prime}-ethylenebis(salicylideneaminato)) was synthesized, and its catalytic activity toward various olefins was examined. Iodosylbenzene was chosen to be the terminal oxidant. Oxidation products, which included the epoxide, alcohol, and aldehyde, are formed from cyclohexene, styrene, and trans- and cis-stilbene. In comparison with catalysis by Mn(salen){sup +} complexes in solution, encapsulation lowers the rate of reaction considerably, but provides for selective oxidation based on olefin size and ability to penetrate the zeolite cages.

OSTI ID:
6409753
Journal Information:
Journal of Catalysis; (USA), Journal Name: Journal of Catalysis; (USA) Vol. 122:2; ISSN 0021-9517; ISSN JCTLA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English