Structurally Complexes Aromatic Aldehydes on Knoevenagel Condensation Catalyzed by Chitosan Hydrogel Beads

Abstract

Knoevenagel condensation has been widely studied for reaction model in CC bond formation. The design of recyclable and eco-friendly catalysts is an essential task in modern-day chemistry. It is known that Chitosan clearly have the capability of support metal for catalytic applications. In this communication, the catalyst properties of Chitosan on Knoevenagel condensation involving bulky and heteroaromatic aldehydes have been extended. Moreover, steric hindrance and electronic effects have been also studied in correlation with reaction time.