Copper based coordination polymers based on metalloligands: utilization as heterogeneous oxidation catalysts

Abstract

This work presents the synthesis and characterization of two Cu(II)-based coordination polymers prepared by utilizing two different Co(III)-based metalloligands offering appended arylcarboxylic acid groups. Both coordination polymers are three-dimensional in nature and present pores and channels filled with water molecules. Both coordination polymers function as heterogeneous catalysts for the epoxidation of various olefins using O₂ while employing isobutyraldehyde as the coreductor and for peroxide-mediated oxidation of assorted benzyl alcohols. The catalytic results illustrate efficient oxidation reactions, whereas the hot-fltration test and leaching experiments indicate the true heterogeneous nature of the catalysis.