Peroxo-tungsten complex catalysed synthesis of adipic acid and benzoic acid with hydrogen peroxide

Abstract

A new peroxo tungsten complex including N,N bidentate ligand was prepared and characterised, which catalysed H2O2 synthesis of adipic acid and benzoic acid in good yields without organic solvent and phase-transfer catalyst. The reaction is safe, clean and operational in the absence of acidic additives.