MnFe aminoclay as a novel catalyst: structural characterization and potential for catechol detection

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the structural characterization and efficacy of a MnFe aminoclay catalyst for catechol detection.
• Characterization of the MnFeAC catalyst structure
• Assessment of oxidative coupling process
• Evaluation of colorimetric sensing using quinone imine
• The MnFeAC catalyst shows rapid oxidative coupling of catechol with 4-aminoantipyrine
• Quinone imine production is effective for colorimetric sensing
• The catalyst demonstrates significant potential for practical applications in detection.