摘要 |
Bis(halophthalimides) are prepared in a solvent such as ortho-dichlorobenzene or anisole, by a reaction at a temperature of at least 150° C. between at least one diamine compound and at least one halophthalic anhydride in the presence of imidization catalyst. The reaction produces a vapor stream comprising solvent and water formed as a by-product of the imidization reaction. A suitable vapor handling system comprising a partial reflux condenser is used to recycle the solvent, maintain the reactant concentration, conduct the reaction at a higher temperature, and effect more efficient conversion of reactants to product bis(halophthalimides). Reaction conditions disclosed may also be used to prepare organic polyimides.
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