Abstract
A hexahydroxyterphenyl was prepared in two steps and 77% overall yield. Co-crystallization of this ligand with a range of tetrabutylammonium salts gave [2 + 2] supramolecular macrocycles assembled through O-H···anion hydrogen bonds. These macrocycles form 2D sheetlike architectures through intermolecular hydrogen bonds between phenol groups. Bulk samples of these structures were prepared in high yields (70-100%) and were characterized by X-ray crystallography, 1H NMR spectroscopy, IR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. The relatively predictable organization of these molecules in the solid state may be exploited for crystal engineering.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1540-1545 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Crystal Growth and Design |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 4 Mar 2015 |
Externally published | Yes |