Synthesis of Two-Dimensional Covalent Organic Frameworks in Ionic Liquids

Chemistry. 2019 Dec 5;25(68):15488-15492. doi: 10.1002/chem.201904088. Epub 2019 Nov 6.

Abstract

Two-dimensional covalent organic frameworks were synthesized in high yields by polycondensation in nonvolatile ionic liquids. The resulting crystallites are highly porous and exhibit exceptional capability of removing bisphenol A from water. The one reported is a general method to synthesize microporous and mesoporous frameworks, it allows to achieve regular macroscopic shapes, and it is effective in a wide range of reaction temperatures.

Keywords: covalent organic frameworks; ionic liquids; porous materials; synthetic strategy.