Synthesis of Multisubstituted Allylic Alcohols via a Nickel-Catalyzed Cross-Electrophile Ring-Opening Reaction

Org Lett. 2022 Aug 12;24(31):5751-5755. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.2c02199. Epub 2022 Jul 28.

Abstract

Herein we report a nickel-catalyzed cross-electrophile ring-opening reaction of vinyl epoxides wherein aryl iodides, alkyl iodides, and benzyl chlorides can all serve as the electrophilic coupling partners, providing a new approach to preparing multisubstituted allylic alcohols. This new method features broad substrate scope (76 examples), good step-economy, and high L/B- and E/Z selectivity as well as mild reaction conditions.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Catalysis
  • Epoxy Compounds
  • Iodides*
  • Nickel*

Substances

  • Epoxy Compounds
  • Iodides
  • Nickel