Bis(azine)-based benzils as a new class of anticorrosive agents for mild steel protection in 1.0 M HCl solution: Multi-step synthesis, electrochemical and DFT structural insights

Puntos clave

• Bis(azine)-based benzils significantly reduce corrosion rates in mild steel exposed to 1.0 M HCl solution, demonstrating effective protection.
• In tests, the corrosion rate decreased by 75% with optimal bis(azine) concentration, indicating strong anticorrosive properties.
• Electrochemical analysis using potentiodynamic polarization confirmed the effectiveness of these innovative agents against corrosion.
• Findings highlight the potential for bis(azine)-based compounds in future applications for metal protection against acidic environments.