Direct synthesis of cyclic carbonates from olefins and CO 2 via ionic liquid catalysis with mutually promoting bifunctional groups

Green Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Li-Feng Xu, Wen-Jun Xie, Shanshan Chen, Alexander O. Terent’ev, Hongru Li, Liang-Nian He
DOI: 10.1039/d5gc06239j
Cited by: 4
References: 45

Abstract

With H 2 O 2 as the oxidant, the bifunctional ionic liquid facilitated a two-step process for the synthesis of cyclic carbonate directly from olefins and CO 2 in 90% yield obviating the need for transition metals.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis Catalysts for Methane Reforming CO2 Reduction Techniques and Catalysts

Publication details

Journal / source
Green Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
28
Issue
7
Pages
3279–3285
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN