AlCl3.6H2O as a catalyst for simple and efficient synthesis of gem-dihydroperoxides from ketones and aldehydes using aqueous H2O2

Article abstract of DOI:10.1007/BF03246556

AlCl₃.6H₂O was explored as an efficient catalyst for the synthesis of gem-dihydroperoxides (DHPs) from ketones and aldehydes. The reactions took place within a short period of time using (30%) aqueous H ₂O₂ as a "green" oxidant in acetonitrile under neutral conditions at room temperature to afford the products in high yields.