Multicomponent Approach for the Synthesis of Xanthenes

Xanthenes are known to exhibit a diverse range of biological properties, such as antimicrobial, antitumor, antioxidant, antimalarial anti-inflammatory, etc. Owing to their significant applications in medicinal as well as industrial fields, the xanthene framework has appeared as a remarkable synthetic target. This chapter offers an overview of the plethora of multicomponent reactions employed for the synthesis of xanthene and its derivatives. Multicomponent reactions that comply with the “Green Chemistry” principles have emerged as a powerful strategy that combines structural diversity with eco-compatibility.