A Modified Procedure for the Synthesis of 1-Arylimidazoles

Abstract

A convenient modified process for the synthesis of 1-aromatic substituted imidazoles is provided. The protocol generally affords better yields of the sterically hindered 1-arylimidazoles.

Key words

1-substituted imidazole - 1-arylimidazoles - glyoxal

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