Authors : Dr. Nagesh Sutar

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 8 - August

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Abstract : A chemical reaction has been developed to prepare 2-arylbenzoxazoles which are known for the biological activities. In this protocol, 2-aminophenol was made to react with aromatic aldehydes bearing different substituents, anhydrous bismuth tribromide serving as a catalyst and ethyl alcohol as solvent. The noteworthy attributes of this methodology are the utilization of an eco-friendly catalyst, mild reaction parameters and the achievement of moderate to good yields for the desired products.

Keywords : 2-Arylbenzoxazole, Biological Activities, Anhydrous Bismuth Tribromide, Eco-Friendly Catalyst, Good Yields.

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