DOI: https://doi.org/10.55373/mjchem.v27i1.283

Keywords: One-pot synthesis; green catalysts; organocatalysts; heterocyclic compounds

Abstract

The need for sustainable chemical reactions has spurred the adoption of green chemistry aimed at reducing waste and hazardous materials. One promising method is one-pot synthesis utilizing green catalysts, which simplifies lengthy chemical reactions by combining them in a single pot without extra reactants or intermediate isolation. This method has been applied to the synthesis of heterocyclic molecules. However, the literature on the efficiency of one-pot synthesis and green catalysts in catalytic reactions is limited. This underscores the need for a comprehensive review to better understand their impact on the selectivity of efficient synthetic pathways for producing heterocyclic compounds. This review explores the influence of green catalysts on the performance of one-pot synthesis. It discusses their role in promoting more environmentally friendly chemical reactions, emphasizing the importance of choosing one-pot synthesis and green catalysts to improve productivity in heterocyclic synthesis. Furthermore, it advocates for sustainable and environmentally friendly organocatalyst options in catalytic reactions for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds. This review's significance lies in its effort to provide insights into one-pot synthesis and green catalysts, providing a reliable reference for future research in this area.