Optimization of Xantphos-type ligands for highly linear-selective hydroformylation of allyl alcohol and alkenes

Key Points

• To optimize Xantphos-type ligands for better linear selectivity in the hydroformylation process.
• Used RhH(CO)(PPh3)3 catalyst under mild conditions.
• Investigated hydroformylation of allyl alcohol and related alkenes.
• Achieved highly linear-selective product formation of 4-hydroxybutanal.
• 4-hydroxybutanal is an important industrial solvent and polymer precursor.