Highly efficient procedure for the synthesis of fructone fragrance using a novel carbon based acid.

Baowei Hu, Chunqing Li, Sheng-Xian Zhao, Lin-Mei Rong, Shao-Qin Lv, Xuezheng Liang, Chenze Qi

Index: Molecules 15(8) , 5369-77, (2010)

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Abstract

The novel carbon based acid has been synthesized via one-step hydrothermal carbonization of furaldehyde and hydroxyethylsulfonic acid. A highly efficient procedure for the synthesis of fructone has been developed using the novel carbon based acid. The results showed that the catalyst possessed high activity for the reaction, giving a yield of over 95%. The advantages of high activity, stability, reusability and low cost for a simple synthesis procedure and wide applicability to various diols and beta-keto esters make this novel carbon based acid one of the best choices for the reaction.