Abstract
A general and practical one‐pot synthesis of naphthopyran derivatives using hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide (HTMAB) as catalyst (10 mol%) is described. This method provides several advantages such as neutral conditions, high yields and simple workup procedure. The catalyst is low cost, facile, active, environmentally friendly, and reusable. In addition, water is chosen as a green solvent.
Acknowledgments
This project was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (29872011), Educational Ministry of China, Educational Department of Hebei Province (990104), and Science and Technology Commission of Hebei Province.