Ligand-Enabled γ-C(sp3)-H Activation of Ketones

J Am Chem Soc. 2018 Mar 14;140(10):3564-3568. doi: 10.1021/jacs.8b01359. Epub 2018 Mar 2.

Abstract

We report the first example of Pd(II)-catalyzed γ-C(sp3)-H activation of ketones directed by a practical 2,2-dimethyl aminooxyacetic acid auxiliary. 2-Pyridone ligands are identified to enable C(sp3)-H activation for the first time. A rare six-membered palladacycle intermediate is isolated and characterized to elucidate the reaction mechanism. Both (hetero)arylation and vinylation of γ-C(sp3)-H bonds are demonstrated. Sequential β- and γ-C(sp3)-H (hetero)arylation of muscone showcases the utility of this method for late-stage diversification. A convenient Mn(II)-catalyzed auxiliary removal is also developed to further underscore the practicality of this transformation.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Catalysis
  • Ketones / chemistry*
  • Ligands
  • Manganese / chemistry
  • Molecular Structure
  • Pyridones / chemistry*

Substances

  • Ketones
  • Ligands
  • Pyridones
  • Manganese