N-Acyl Derivatives of Aromatic Ketimines

Abstract

It has been found that N-acyl aromatic ketimines in general have the property of combining with certain compounds with active hydrogen, such as alcohols, amines, and mercaptans. The reaction takes place at room temperatures and is most pronounced when the acyl group is aliphatic. This property of acyl ketimines can be weakened or prevented by steric hindrance.