Beyond the Scholl reaction - one-step planarization and edge chlorination of nanographenes by mechanochemistry

The edge chlorination of the benchmark nanographenes triphenylene and hexa-peri-hexabenzocoronene is conducted mechanochemically. This approach overcomes solubility limitations and eliminates the need for elaborate chlorination conditions. Additionally, the planarization of oligophenylenes and their edge-chlorination can be combined in a one-pot approach requiring as little as 60 minutes.

Automated summary

The edge chlorination of benchmark nanographenes is achieved through mechanochemical synthesis, which eliminates solubility limitations and the need for complex chlorination conditions. Furthermore, planarization of oligophenylenes and edge chlorination can be combined in a one-pot approach in as little as 60 minutes.