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Water-Doped Brønsted Acidic Protic Ionic Liquids for Enhanced Tributyl Citrate Synthesis in a Two-Phase Esterification System.

Water-Doped Brønsted Acidic Protic Ionic Liquids for Enhanced Tributyl Citrate Synthesis in a Two-Phase Esterification System.

Authors :
Więcławik J
Brzęczek-Szafran A
Barteczko N
Chrobok A
Source :
Chemistry, an Asian journal [Chem Asian J] 2024 Apr 02; Vol. 19 (7), pp. e202400006. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Mar 19.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Tributyl citrate (TBC) plays a crucial role as a plasticizer, enhancing the flexibility of polymers such as polyvinyl chloride. Its biodegradability and non-toxic nature contribute to eco-friendly appeal, making it a preferred additive in diverse industries, including food packaging, medical devices, toys, and consumer goods. Herein, a method for the synthesis of TBC using inexpensive Brønsted acidic protic ionic liquids (ILs) in a two-phase reaction system is presented. The esterification process is carried out with high yield (>99 %), selectivity (up to 98 %) and short reaction time of 2 h. The catalyst in the form of IL shows excellent performance and stability, desirable for industrial applications.<br /> (© 2024 Wiley‐VCH GmbH.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1861-471X
Volume :
19
Issue :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Chemistry, an Asian journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
38433098
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/asia.202400006