Issue 4, 2024

Thermo-/photo-catalysts for aerobic oxidative cyanation of diverse oxygen-containing feedstocks

Abstract

Nitriles constitute essential components in a vast array of both bulk and fine chemicals, as well as in various bioactive molecules. The aerobic oxidative cyanation of diverse oxygen-containing feedstocks, including alcohols, aldehydes, and ketones, stands out as a green and highly promising avenue for nitrile synthesis over both thermocatalysts and photocatalysts. In this review, we initially elucidate the reaction mechanisms involved in the oxidative cyanation of oxygen-containing compounds. Following this, we present a summary and commentary on the predominantly achieved progress in the oxidative cyanation of various oxygen-containing feedstocks over the last decade. The categorization is based on types of catalysts, including non-noble metal catalysts, single-metal-atom catalysts, metal-free catalysts, and photocatalysts. Additionally, we assess the current catalytic systems from the standpoint of green chemistry. Finally, we conclude by highlighting the current challenges and delineating our prospects for future research endeavors.

Graphical abstract: Thermo-/photo-catalysts for aerobic oxidative cyanation of diverse oxygen-containing feedstocks

Article information

Article type
Tutorial Review
Submitted
22 ኖቬም 2023
Accepted
04 ጃንዩ 2024
First published
05 ጃንዩ 2024

Green Chem., 2024,26, 1831-1845

Thermo-/photo-catalysts for aerobic oxidative cyanation of diverse oxygen-containing feedstocks

J. He, P. Zhou, S. Zhang, J. C. Lam, Y. Liao and Z. Zhang, Green Chem., 2024, 26, 1831 DOI: 10.1039/D3GC04548J

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