C(sp2)-C(sp2) Reductive Cross-Coupling of Triarylphosphines with Aryl Halides by Palladium/Nickel Co-catalysis

Org Lett. 2022 Aug 5;24(30):5573-5578. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.2c02139. Epub 2022 Jul 21.

Abstract

Herein, we report the first general C(sp2)-C(sp2) reductive cross-coupling reaction of diverse triarylphosphines with a wide range of aryl halides by palladium/nickel co-catalysis. This protocol offers a unique route for the synthesis of biaryl compounds via the activation of inert C(Ar)-P bonds. The mechanistic studies demonstrate that the formation of the phosphonium salts in situ plays a key role in the catalytic cycle.