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Abstract
p-Methoxybenzaldehyde (p-MBA) is an important aromatic aldehyde widely used in various industries. Its traditional synthesis methods, such as gas-phase oxidation and chlorination, are hindered by high energy consumption, low selectivity, and environmental concerns. This study explored an alternative greener synthesis of p-MBA through the catalysis of Na-doped Co-Mn-Al oxides (CoMn3Aln-Na), which were derived from calcining coprecipitated layered double hydroxide (LDH). The introduction of Na during the catalyst preparation enhanced the catalytic performance by increasing the conversion of p-MT and the yield of p-MBA. The structural integrity and catalytic stability of the synthesized catalyst materials were confirmed by many characterization techniques. This work has developed a viable strategy for the efficient oxidation of p-methoxytoluene (p-MT) under ambient conditions, thereby contributing to the development of sustainable processes for aromatic aldehyde synthesis.
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Applied Catalysis A: General publishes original papers on all aspects of catalysis of basic and practical interest to chemical scientists in both industrial and academic fields, with an emphasis onnew understanding of catalysts and catalytic reactions, new catalytic materials, new techniques, and new processes, especially those that have potential practical implications.
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