Zeolite-encapsulated Mn(II) Complex: A New Nano Catalyst for the Synthesis of Modafinil and Its Derivatives

The Mn-hydrazone Schiff base encapsulated into NaY has been prepared and characterized as a new heterogeneous catalyst. Elemental analysis, UV-Vis, infrared spectroscopic analysis, diffused reflectance spectroscopy, thermal analysis, small angle X-ray diffraction, and N2 sorption demonstrate the existence of Mn-hydrazone schiff base in the nanopores of zeolite-Y. MnII(Hsal- hrz)/Y, which showed excellent catalytic property in oxidation with various sulfide compounds including important drugs such as adrafinil and modafinil, using hydroperoxide-urea (UHP) as oxidant. Thioanisole conversion was high (98%).