Isodesmic C-H Borylation: Perspectives and Proof of Concept of Transfer Borylation Catalysis

J Am Chem Soc. 2019 Aug 7;141(31):12305-12311. doi: 10.1021/jacs.9b04305. Epub 2019 Jul 24.

Abstract

The potential advantages of using arylboronic esters as boron sources in C-H borylation are discussed. The concept is showcased using commercially available 2-mercaptopyridine as a metal-free catalyst for the transfer borylation of heteroarenes using arylboronates as borylation agents. The catalysis shows a unique functional group tolerance among C-H borylation reactions, tolerating notably terminal alkene and alkyne functional groups. The mechanistic investigation is also described.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't