Lu Zhang, Haipeng Dong, Yunjin Zhong, Yuwei Cao, Yin Guo, Yaoyao Zhang, Xianming Zhang, Xiaolin Zhao, Junwei Wei, Limin Ma
{"title":"Stability Evolution of Polycarbonate Depolymerization Mixture: Discoloration and Impurity Formation Mechanisms","authors":"Lu Zhang, Haipeng Dong, Yunjin Zhong, Yuwei Cao, Yin Guo, Yaoyao Zhang, Xianming Zhang, Xiaolin Zhao, Junwei Wei, Limin Ma","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70500","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70500","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Polycarbonate (PC) methanolysis enables sustainable recycling into bisphenol A and dimethyl carbonate. However, industrial implementation faces stability challenges due to chromatic deterioration (yellowness index increasing from 0.94 to 2.12) and declining purity. Prolonged storage (>20 h at 110°C) of depolymerization mixture (i.e., the PC methanolysis reaction mixture) causes instability. Trace colored by‐products, which were undetectable by FT‐IR, arose from the oxidation of the phenolic hydroxyl groups of bisphenol A, the formation of conjugated structures, and the thermal conversion of feedstock impurities. High performance liquid chromatography tracking revealed that thermally sensitive unknown impurities (retention time: 38.4 min) were the primary cause of purity loss. Xenon lamp aging experiments confirmed that feedstock degradation exacerbates product defects: aged polycarbonate increased impurities in crude bisphenol A, reduced molecular weight by 3.8%, and significantly worsened chromaticity (b* value increased by 552%). Tetramethylammonium hydroxide exhibits superior catalytic performance over NaOH in suppressing chromophore aggregation. This enhancement is ascribed to the steric hindrance and electronic effects arising from its quaternary ammonium cation (N(CH<sub>3</sub>)<sub>4</sub><sup>+</sup>). A toluene recrystallization process achieved a bisphenol A purity of 98.85%. These findings offer critical guidance for industrial buffer tank design and catalyst selection, advancing the development of sustainable polycarbonate recycling technologies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 7","pages":"Article e70500"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148615795","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An Off‐On Peroxynitrite Fluorescent Probe Deigned by the Selective Oxidation of Nitrophenylglyoxylic Acid Ester","authors":"Wen Di, Qianhui Liu, Xinhui Wang, Jingyue Peng, Haijun Chi, Gonghao Lu","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70477","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70477","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>An off‐on fluorescent probe (<strong>HCBO‐NO<sub>2</sub></strong>) for detecting peroxynitrite (ONOO<sup>−</sup>) was designed. The probe has a fluorophore combining an intramolecular charge transfer (ICT) system and a specific sensing site with the nitro to suppress fluorescence. By utilizing the oxidation properties of ONOO<sup>−</sup>, the dicarbonyl structure in nitrobenzoyl formate is oxidized and degraded, thereby eliminating the nitro part in the probe and achieving fluorescence recovery. The good ICT effect ensures that the fluorescent group has sufficient emission redshift to 590 nm. The detection limit of the probe <strong>HCBO‐NO<sub>2</sub></strong> is as low as 26 nM, with high sensitivity and stability in the physiological range. Live‐cell studies have shown that the probe can effectively detect both exogenous and endogenous ONOO, indicating that the probe <strong>HCBO‐NO<sub>2</sub></strong> has potential value in practical biological applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 7","pages":"Article e70477"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148462718","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advances in Safe Handling and Synthetic Applications of Diazomethane (CH2N2)","authors":"Xian‐Xian Mao, Xuan‐Yu Liu, Xue‐Qiang Chu","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70489","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70489","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Diazomethane (CH<sub>2</sub>N<sub>2</sub>) is a highly versatile C1 building block in organic chemistry, but its practical use is significantly limited by its extreme toxicity and explosive properties. This review systematically evaluates methodologies developed for the safe application of diazomethane as a key reactive intermediate. In this context, we categorize these strategies into four paradigms: (1) the structural evolution of stable diazomethane precursors, (2) the optimization and limitations of traditional batch preparation processes, (3) the application of continuous‐flow and membrane separation technologies, and (4) the strategies in a one‐pot and in situ manner for the use of CH<sub>2</sub>N<sub>2</sub>. By emphasizing the safety profiles, feasibility, and scalability of each methodology, this review aims to facilitate the broader and safer application of diazomethane in both the milligram‐scale synthesis of complex target molecules and industrial‐scale manufacturing.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 7","pages":"Article e70489"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148466838","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dihydroquinoline Based Colorimetric Probe for Copper(II): Selective Detection to Catalytic C─N Coupling Reaction","authors":"Supratim Halder, Koushik Das, Sandipan Halder","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70495","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70495","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A small molecular organic chemosensor was rationally designed and synthesized for the colorimetric detection of Cu(II) ions in aqueous medium. Systematic spectroscopic screening against a wide range of metal cations and anions demonstrated a pronounced and selective response toward Cu(II). In addition to the sensing capability, the in situ formed Cu(II)–probe complex exhibited excellent catalytic activity for the Chan–Evans–Lam (CEL) coupling reaction. The substrate scope was studied with respect to various amines and arylboronic acids under aqueous conditions. This study establishes the dual functionality of the probe, which acts both as a selective Cu(II) chemosensor and as an effective ligand for catalytic CEL coupling reaction. The successful integration of molecular sensing and catalysis in an aqueous medium underscores the potential of this environmentally benign system for the development of multifunctional chemical platforms.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 7","pages":"Article e70495"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148658013","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Synthesis, Structures, and Redox Behavior of Furan‐Inserted [3]‐and [5]Dendralene Derivatives With Redox‐Active 1,3‐Dithiol‐2‐ylidene Units","authors":"Miho Watanabe , Asahi Masuda , Koki Kaneyori , Tomoya Misaki , Takashi Shirahata , Minoru Hayashi , Masafumi Ueda , Masashi Hasegawa , Yohji Misaki","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70380","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70380","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Derivatives of furan‐bridged 1,3‐dithiole[3]dendralene (<strong>2</strong>) and 1,3‐dithiole[5]dendralene (<strong>3</strong>) analogs were synthesized. X‐ray analysis of the bis(ethylenedioxy)‐bis(methylthio)‐<strong>2</strong> (<strong>2Cee′</strong>) revealed a slightly distorted geometry between the central 1,3‐dithiol‐2‐ylidene (DT) moiety and the furan spacer. Cyclic voltammetry exhibited three reversible redox pairs for <strong>2</strong> and five for <strong>3</strong>, in correspondence with the number of DT‐rings. Spectroelectrochemical measurements and X‐ray analysis indicated that the positive charges in the oxidized states of <strong>2</strong> are delocalized over the three DT units. In contrast, the oxidized species of <strong>3</strong> appear to exist in equilibrium between two conformations: One with charge localized on the <strong>2</strong> moiety and the other on the vinyl‐extended tetrathiafulvalene (TTF) fragment. In the dicationic state of <strong>3</strong>, one positive charge resides on each moiety of <strong>2</strong> and vinyl‐extended TTF.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 6","pages":"Article e70380"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148099673","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Meng‐Di Wang , Xu‐Hua Hu , Xiang‐Zhen Wei , Jia‐Hui Zhu , Ming Bian , Chuanxiang Liu , Zi‐Jian Yao , Xun‐Xiang Guo
{"title":"Copper‐Catalyzed Intramolecular C─H Amidation of N,N′‐Disubstituted Ureas for the Synthesis of Benzimidazol‐2‐ones","authors":"Meng‐Di Wang , Xu‐Hua Hu , Xiang‐Zhen Wei , Jia‐Hui Zhu , Ming Bian , Chuanxiang Liu , Zi‐Jian Yao , Xun‐Xiang Guo","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70475","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70475","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A novel methodology has been reported for the synthesis of benzimidazol‐2‐ones via copper‐catalyzed direct intramolecular C─H amidation of <em>N</em>,<em>N</em>′‐disubstituted ureas. This method exhibits a broad substrate scope and good functional‐group tolerance, providing a wide range of benzimidazol‐2‐ones in good to high yields. Furthermore, to the best of our knowledge, this is the first method that enables the conversion of challenging ureas bearing primary aliphatic amines into benzimidazol‐2‐ones. The synthetic potential of present method is further demonstrated through gram‐scale reactions and derivatization studies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 6","pages":"Article e70475"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148349671","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Linlin Xing , Shiyan Cao , Shan Wang , Yuexin Zhang , Haoyuan Fan , Hao Liang , Chaoying Du , Nana Liu , Suliu Feng
{"title":"Mild Synthesis of Sulfenylindoles via Electrophilic Annulation of o‐Alkynylanilines Mediated by Disulfides/PhICl2 System Under Metal‐Free Conditions","authors":"Linlin Xing , Shiyan Cao , Shan Wang , Yuexin Zhang , Haoyuan Fan , Hao Liang , Chaoying Du , Nana Liu , Suliu Feng","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70470","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70470","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>An electrophilic annulation of o‐alkynylanilines was developed employing organosulfenyl chloride (RSCl) generated in situ from diorganyl disulfides and PhICl2 in CH3CN at room temperature. In addition, beyond o‐alkynylanilines, o‐alkynylanisoles and methyl(2‐(phenylethynyl)phenyl)sulfide were also effective substrates when treated with this system. This metal‐free method provides rapid access to a wide range of sulfenylated indoles, benzofurans, and benzothiophenes. The protocol features simple operation, mild conditions, broad substrate scope, and excellent functional group tolerance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 6","pages":"Article e70470"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148238029","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shivashish Singh , Nihar Nalini Senapati , Brajendra K. Singh , Sunil K. Singh
{"title":"Directed ortho‐C(sp2)─H Functionalization of N/O‐Containing Heterocycles: Catalytic and Mechanistic Insights","authors":"Shivashish Singh , Nihar Nalini Senapati , Brajendra K. Singh , Sunil K. Singh","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70462","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70462","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>C─H activation has revolutionized synthetic organic chemistry by enabling site‐selective functionalization of unactivated C─H bonds, offering superior atom and step economy compared to conventional existing methodologies. This review highlights the recent advances in directing group (DG)‐assisted, transition metal‐catalyzed <em>ortho</em>‐C(sp<sup>2</sup>)–H functionalization of pharmacologically relevant <em>N/O</em>‐containing heterocycles that include benzoxazinones, quinoxalin‐2(1<em>H</em>)‐ones, and 2‐arylquinazolin‐4(3<em>H</em>)‐ones. The key transformations include Pd‐/Ru‐/Rh‐catalyzed <em>ortho</em>‐acyloxylation, halogenation, amidation, alkenylation, alkylation, and annulation using diverse coupling partners such as sulfonyl azides, <em>N‐</em>halosuccinimides (NXS), dioxo acids, alkenes, and azo‐compounds. Emerging sustainable approaches, including microwave‐assisted synthesis, electrochemical C─H activation, heterogeneous catalysis, and photoredox‐mediated transformations, are also discussed. Mechanistic insights reveal common pathways involving cyclometallation, oxidative addition/reductive elimination (Pd(II)/Pd(IV), Rh(III)), and migratory insertion, with DGs playing a crucial role in the regioselectivity. Overall, this review provides a comprehensive overview of recent progress in transition metal‐catalyzed C─H functionalization in a regioselective manner, emphasizing synthetic utility, mechanistic understanding, and applications in drug discovery and advanced organic synthesis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 6","pages":"Article e70462"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148282005","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jharna Mahato , Reetika Ravi , Ranjay K. Tiwari , Jogendra Nath Behera , Tanmoy Kumar Saha
{"title":"Synthesis of 1,5‐Diketones Using Benzyl Alcohols and Methyl Ketones Mediated by Phosphine Free Nickel(II) Complexes","authors":"Jharna Mahato , Reetika Ravi , Ranjay K. Tiwari , Jogendra Nath Behera , Tanmoy Kumar Saha","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70457","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70457","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this research, we report two air stable, phosphine free nickel(II) based complexes, <strong>1a</strong> and <strong>1b</strong> comprised of the ligands, 2‐((mesitylimino)methyl)phenol (<strong>HLA<sup>1</sup></strong>) and 2,4‐dibromo‐6‐((mesitylimino)methyl)phenol (<strong>HLB<sup>2</sup></strong>). These complexes were employed as catalysts for the one‐pot coupling reaction of acetophenones with benzyl alcohols, to afford a series of substituted 1,5‐diketones. The desired diketones were produced in moderate to excellent isolated yield. The coupling reactions were carried out utilizing 5 mol% of the catalyst and 0.5 equivalents of <em>t</em>‐BuOK at 115°C under aerial reaction conditions. The proposed mechanism for this coupling reaction was supported by <sup>1</sup>H NMR and mass spectral analyses of probable intermediates and various controlled experiments. These nickel complexes also demonstrated high catalytic efficacy in the coupling reaction of 2‐aminobenzyl alcohols with methyl ketones to produce quinolines with excellent yields.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 6","pages":"Article e70457"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148237962","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tao Jia , Ning Li , Yi‐Yun Huang , Qing‐Xin Li , Zhi‐Bing Dong
{"title":"Recent Advances in Methanol‐Involved Interrupted Borrowing Hydrogen Reactions Catalyzed by Transition Metals","authors":"Tao Jia , Ning Li , Yi‐Yun Huang , Qing‐Xin Li , Zhi‐Bing Dong","doi":"10.1002/ajoc.70455","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ajoc.70455","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The interrupted borrowing hydrogen (IBH) strategy enables the selective interruption of the complete “dehydrogenation‐transformation‐hydrogenation” process of traditional hydrogen borrowing (BH) reactions via catalytic cycle modulation, thereby facilitating the efficient synthesis of high‐value‐added chemicals inaccessible by conventional methods. This process exhibits excellent atomic economy and step economy, affording only water and hydrogen as by‐products, thereby demonstrating remarkable green and sustainable features. As an abundant, green, and sustainable C1 source, methanol‐mediated IBH reactions have emerged as a prominent research hotspot in organic synthesis and catalysis in recent years. This review comprehensively summarizes recent advances in IBH reactions for the preparation of various organic synthetic building blocks via C─C, C─O, C─N, C─P bond formation reactions using methanol as a methylene bridging reagent under transition metal catalysis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":130,"journal":{"name":"Asian Journal of Organic Chemistry","volume":"15 6","pages":"Article e70455"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148099671","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}