Polyethene Glycol (PEG-400): An Efficient and Eco-friendly Catalyst For The Preparation of N-benzylideneaniline by Schiff base Reaction

Abstract

Schiff base compounds are gaining importance daily in this scenario due to their various biological and catalytic activities. In this study, an efficient and eco-friendly synthesis of N-benzylideneaniline was carried out in polyethene glycol (PEG-400) as a greener medium at room temperature. PEG400 was inexpensive and non-toxic, providing a high yield and efficient medium for the synthesis of Schiff bases with excellent outcomes. Furthermore, FT-IR spectroscopy is used to characterize the newly created Schiff base. The recyclability of the catalyst was also studied up to six cycles.