Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras
Green Approach for Oxidation of Activated Alcohols in Water using a Molybdenum based Metallomicellar Catalyst
Technology Category/Market
Category – Green Chemistry, Sustainable Chemical Synthesis
Applications- Pharmaceutical industry, Fine chemical industry, Green chemistry, Chemical synthesis, Organic synthesis, Biomedical Engineering
Industry – Pharmaceutical industry, Catalysts, Bio-fuel application
Market -Green Chemical Market size was valued at USD 9.89 billion in 2021 and is poised to grow from USD 10.76 billion in 2022 to USD 21.13 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.8% in the forecast period (2023-2030).
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Problem Statement
- Traditional alcohol oxidation methods utilize toxic oxidizing agents and generate harmful waste, posing environmental risks.
- An environmentally friendly and sustainable approach for alcohol oxidation using a metallomicellar catalyst, water as the solvent, and molecular oxygen as the sole oxidant, aiming to reduce ecological impact and promote green chemical synthesis.
Technology
- The technology for this invention involves the synthesis and utilization of a molybdenum – based metallomicellar catalyst, specifically [MoO2(L1)(H2O)], Mo1.
- The catalyst is prepared by complexation of bis(acetylacetonato) dioxomolybdenum(VI) with the ligand L1(H)2.
- The molybdenum-based metallomicellar catalyst forms organized supramolecular structures with surfactant molecules, enhancing catalytic efficiency and selectivity.
- The oxidation process takes place in an aqueous medium, providing a green and sustainable solvent choice.
- Molecular oxygen from open air is used as the sole oxidant, eliminating the need for toxic or hazardous oxidizing agents.
- The oxidation reaction proceeds without the requirement of any base or additive, simplifying the process and reducing waste generation.
- The technology provides a novel and eco-friendly approach for the oxidation of activated alcohols to aldehydes or ketones, making it an attractive solution for various industries seeking more sustainable and environmentally conscious chemical synthesis methods.
Key Features/Value Proposition
Technical Perspective:
- The invention offers a green and sustainable approach for alcohol oxidation, using a metallomicellar catalyst, water as the solvent, and molecular oxygen as the oxidant, reducing toxic waste and promoting eco-friendly chemical synthesis.
Industrial Perspective:
- This innovation has promising applications in pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and the environmental sector, providing a cost-effective and environmentally conscious method for producing valuable compounds and reducing ecological impact.
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Research Lab
Prof.
Dillip Kumar Chand
Department of Chemistry
Intellectual Property
- IITM IDF Ref. 1847
- IN 383906 (PATENT GRANTED)
Technology Readiness Level
TRL-4
Technology Validated in Lab