The oxidative hydroxylation of arylboronic acids to the corresponding phenolic compounds under metal- and base-free aerobic conditions is successfully demonstrated on a greener media. Hydrogen peroxide, as an eco-friendly oxidant, is compatible with green mediates room-temperature ionic liquids (RTIL)s, providing hydroxylation products of arylboronic acids in an efficient manner. The RTIL support is particularly interesting for its reusability.
Key words
room-temperature ionic liquid -
ipso-hydroxylation - arylboronic acid - phenol - hydrogen peroxide