Spontaneous macrocyclization through multiple dynamic cyclic aminal formation

Chem Commun (Camb). 2021 Feb 4;57(10):1190-1193. doi: 10.1039/d0cc07184f.

Abstract

The use of aminals in dynamic covalent chemistry is slightly underexplored, probably due to their inherent instability. Here we report the spontaneous [2+2] macrocyclization of tetrakis(aminals). Their unexpected stability and structural modularity, the dynamic nature of the connections and their water tolerance make them appealing systems for future applications as stimulus-responsive materials.