Abstract
A range of Fe(iii)-salalen and -thiolen-chloride complexes have been prepared and are shown to be active catalysts for the selective coupling of CO2 and cyclohexene oxide (CHO). The first Fe(iii)-thiolen-acetate complex is also reported. The effect of the structure of the complex on activity is explored. An epoxide substrate scope is also provided, using the most active catalyst, as well as a study into the effect of co-catalyst equivalents on activity and selectivity.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 6063-6067 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | New Journal of Chemistry |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 15 |
Early online date | 30 Mar 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 21 Apr 2020 |
Funding
We would like to thank the University of Bath and the EPRSC (EP/L016443/1 and EP/P016405/1) for funding. We also thank Isabel Thomlinson for help with the graphical abstract. MC2 are also acknowledged for the use of their analytical facilities.
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Catalysis
- General Chemistry
- Materials Chemistry