In situ generated acylimidazolium acetate as an efficient catalyst and acylating agent for the acetylation of alcohols, phenols, and amines at ambient temperature

Acylimidazolium acetate was readily prepared in situ from the reaction of imidazole with acetic anhydride and subsequently acted as a catalyst and acylating agent for the efficient acetylation of alcohols, phenols, and amines at ambient temperature.

Graphical AbstractN-acylimidazolium acetate was successfully used as a readily preparable and inexpensive recyclable catalyst for the efficient acetylation of alcohols, phenols, and amines at ambient temperature.Figure optionsDownload as PowerPoint slide