The invention relates to a process for the conversion of 8-hydroxymenthenes into 8-hydroxycymenes by treating the 8-hydroxymenthenes in the vapour phase with an alkaline dehydrogenation catalyst, e.g. palladium on an alkaline support. The process is carried out above 145°C. The hydroxymenthene vapour is preferably passed through the catalyst system at a pressure below 8kPa and/or with the aid of an inert gas or vapour. Oxygen may be present as a hydrogen acceptor. The process is particularly suitable for converting 8-hydroxy-p-menth-1-ene into 8-hydroxy-p-cymene. The reaction products are of value as intermediates in the preparation of musk fragrance chemicals.
本发明涉及一种将气相中的 8-羟基
苯乙烯用碱性脱氢催化剂(如碱性载体上的
钯)处理,从而将 8-羟基
苯乙烯转化为 8-
羟基亚甲基的工艺。该工艺在 145°C 以上进行。羟基门
蒽蒸汽最好在压力低于 8kPa 和/或惰性气体或蒸汽的帮助下通过催化剂系统。
氧气可作为氢接受体存在。该工艺尤其适用于将 8-羟基-对薄荷素-1-烯转化为 8-羟基-
对伞花烃。反应产物可用作制备
麝香香料化学品的中间体。