ISSN:
1572-8838
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
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Electrical Engineering, Measurement and Control Technology
Notes:
Abstract The anodic cyanation of naphthalene in a methylene chloride/water emulsion using a phase transfer catalyst to supply cyanide ions to the organic medium has been re-examined. The effect of electrolysis parameters (e.g., current density, electrode material, concentration of cyanide, naphthalene and phase transfer catalyst) on the current and organic yields of products is reported. It is shown that by correct selection of conditions it is possible to improve substantially on the yields reported in the literature; the organic and current yields of 1-cyanonaphthalene can exceed 80% and 65%, respectively.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00617489
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