Synthesis of 3-nitrophthalic acid by oxidation of 1-nitronaphthalene using γ-alumina supported ceria(iv) as a catalyst

Green Chemistry Pub Date: 2002-04-03 DOI: 10.1039/B110586H

Abstract

The synthesis of 3-nitrophthalic acid has been achieved by catalytic oxidation of 1-nitronaphthalene using γ-alumina supported ceria(IV) as a catalyst at 363 K in 80 mol% yield with 98% selectivity.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of 3-nitrophthalic acid by oxidation of 1-nitronaphthalene using γ-alumina supported ceria(iv) as a catalyst
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