An aerobic copper-mediated domino process for the synthesis of 3-(trifluoromethylseleno)indoles

Org Biomol Chem. 2022 Mar 9;20(10):2115-2120. doi: 10.1039/d2ob00063f.

Abstract

An aerobic copper-mediated domino reaction for the synthesis of 3-(trifluoromethylseleno)indoles by trifluoromethylselenolation of N-Ts 2-alkynylaniline with [(bpy)CuSeCF3]2 is reported. This reaction proceeds through sequential oxidation, alkyne coordination, and deprotonation followed by reductive elimination. This mild and robust method is highly functional group tolerant and provides straightforward access to 3-(trifluoromethylseleno)indoles in moderate to good yields.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't