ZnAlFe Mixed Oxides Obtained from LDH Type Materials as Basic Catalyst for the Gas Phase Acetone Condensation

ZnAlFe mixed oxides with high surface area were obtained by the calcination (723 K) of ZnAlFe layered double hydroxides (LDHs). The calcined materials proved as basic catalysts in the gas phase acetone condensation exhibited high activity and high selectivity towards the formation of mesityl oxide.