Friedel-Crafts Benzylation of Arenes Using FeCl3Impregnated Montmorillonite K10.

Abstract
FeCl3 impregnated Montmorillonite K10 was found to catalyze the Friedel-Craftsbenzylation of arenes. Monobenzylation, with the para isomer predominating, was achieved with trace amounts of dibenzylated product.