An Efficient Catalytic Method for the Suzuki Reaction and Oxidation of Sulfides by Using Novel Magnetic Nanoparticles (SnFe2O4) as a Reusable Catalyst

In this study, we focused on the deposition of copper nanoparticles onto Cinchonine-functionalized SnFe2O4 magnetic nanoparticles. This environmentally friendly heterogeneous catalyst was thoroughly analyzed using a variety of techniques including SEM, EDS, TGA, TEM, VSM, XRD, ICP, XPS and FT-IR. In addition, it demonstrated outstanding performance as a catalyst for Suzuki reactions and the oxidation of sulfides in environmentally sustainable conditions. The catalyst could be effortlessly separated from the mixture and reused for up to four cycles without any decrease in its catalytic efficacy. This method provides the advantages of a simple procedure, high yields of products, convenient handling, environmentally friendly conditions, and short reaction times.