Efficient synthesis of selenoesters from acyl chlorides mediated by CuO nanopowder in ionic liquid

Herein, we report an eco-friendly synthesis of selenoesters from acyl chlorides catalyzed by recyclable CuO nanopowder in ionic liquid as a recyclable solvent in good to excellent yields. This protocol shows high efficiency in catalyzing this transformation in a greener fashion than previous protocols due to the non-residual methodological design.