Corrosion inhibition and in silico toxicity assessment of imidazo[1,2-a]pyrimidine-Schiff base derivatives as effective and environmentally friendly corrosion inhibitors for mild steel

Two novel imidazo[1,2- a ]pyrimidine-Schiff base derivatives were synthesized and evaluated as efficient, eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors for mild steel in acidic media using electrochemical, theoretical, and toxicity assessments.