One-pot three-component Mannich reaction in water catalyzed by eco-friendly, hydrophobic and recyclable sulfonic acid based nanosilica (SBA-15-Ph-PrSO3H)

Abstract

A mild, effective and green method for the Mannich reaction of aromatic aldehydes, aromatic amines and ketones has been accomplished in good to excellent yields using hydrophobic SBA-15-Ph-PrSO₃H in water at room temperature. This new method consistently has the advantages of excellent yields, short reaction times, and non-toxic nature and reusability of the catalyst. Additionally, utilization of water as a green solvent, simple reaction conditions, isolation, and purification make this manipulation interesting from an environmental perspective.