A KHSO4 mediated facile synthesis of 2-amino-1,3,4-oxadiazole derivatives

A novel, efficient and mild KHSO4 mediated synthesis for 2-amino-1,3,4-oxadiazoles has been established via the cyclodesulfurization of benzoylhydrazine and isothiocyanate derivatives in one pot. The reactions proceeded smoothly at room temperature and produced corresponding products in moderate to good yields. This protocol also showed good functional group tolerance.