Fast Synthesis of N-Acylhydrazones Employing a Microwave Assisted Neat Protocol

A variety of N-acylhydrazones were synthesized under microwave irradiation within 2.5-10 min, starting from benzo, salicyloyl, and isonicotinic hydrazides. The protocol developed employs microwave irradiation in the absence of solvents and catalysts, leading to high yields. The results are reproducible in a 500 mg to 5 g scale.