Phosphonate-based Metal Organic Frameworks as Robust Heterogeneous Catalysts for TBHP Oxidation of Benzylic Alcohols

Abstract

The catalytic performance of STA-12 as a highly robust metal–organic framework (MOF) was explored in the oxidation of benzylic alcohols with tert-butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP) in ethyl acetate as a safe solvent. High efficiency and selectivity towards different benzylic alcohols were documented under controlled conditions. The catalyst proved to be reusable and preserved its integrity after many runs with negligible loss of activity.

Graphical Abstract

The catalytic performance of STA-12 metal–organic frameworks was explored in the oxidation of benzylic alcohols with tert-butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP) in ethyl acetate. The catalysts have high efficiency, selectivity and reusability under controlled conditions.