Nickel‐Catalyzed Synthesis of Phosphonium Salts from Aryl Halides and Triphenylphosphine

An efficient method to synthesize functionalized tetraarylphosphonium salts is described. The nickel‐catalyzed coupling reaction between aryl iodides, bromides, chlorides, or triflates and triphenylphosphine generates tetraarylphosphonium salts in high yields. The coupling is wide in scope and tolerates a variety of functional groups such as alcohols, amides, ketones, aldehydes, phenols, phosphines and amines.     

New Protocols for the Synthesis of Condensed Heterocyclic Rings Through Palladium-Catalyzed Aryl Coupling Reactions

In the process of developing our aryl coupling methodology according to which aryl iodides are caused to react with aryl bromides under the catalytic action of a dual palladium/norbornene catalyst, we have worked out new protocols to cause appropriate functional groups in the aryl halides to form heterocyclic rings condensed with the first-formed biaryl intermediate. Carbazoles, dibenzopyrans, phenanthridines and azaphenanthrenes have been obtained with good yields in one-pot reactions under mild conditions.     

Hybrid Organic‐Inorganic Materials from Di‐(2‐pyridyl)methylamine‐Palladium Dichloride Complex as Recoverable Catalysts for Suzuki,Heck and Sonogashira Reactions

Hybrid silica materials containing the di‐(2‐pyridyl)methylamine‐palladium dichloride complex, prepared by sol‐gel cogelification, are efficient recyclable catalysts for Suzuki (aryl bromides and chlorides), Heck (aryl bromides) and Sonogashira reactions (aryl iodides and bromides). Formation of palladium(0) nanoparticles is observed in the Suzuki and Heck reactions but not in the Sonogashira coupling.     

One‐Pot Palladium‐Catalyzed Synthesis of Selectively Substituted Phenanthridines by Sequential Aryl‐Aryl and Heck Couplings,Aza‐Michael and Retro‐Mannich Reactions

A catalytic synthesis of selectively substituted phenanthridines is achieved through a reaction sequence involving palladium/norbornene‐catalyzed unsymmetrical aryl‐aryl and Heck couplings followed by aza‐Michael and retro‐Mannich reactions. In spite of the many steps involved the method is very simple and allows the formation of selectively substituted phenanthridines under mild conditions in a straightforward one‐pot reaction starting from readily available aryl iodides and bromides.     

Nickel-Catalyzed Sonogashira Couplings: Extending the Reaction Scope to Aryl Bromides and Chlorides

The alkyne motif is present in several naturally occurring molecules and specialty chemicals. The Sonogashira reaction is recognized as one of the most exploited methods for the synthesis of substituted alkynes. While palladium catalysts have been traditionally employed, recent efforts have been directed towards developing alternatives based on Earth-abundant metals such as nickel. However, nickel-catalyzed Sonogashira couplings still present important substrate limitations. While more reactive aryl iodides have been well documented, the coupling of more challenging yet cost-effective aryl bromides and chlorides lags significantly behind. Herein, we present a method for the nickel-catalyzed Sonogashira coupling of aryl bromides and chlorides, whose discovery was accelerated thanks to high-throughput experimentation. Fine-tuning of the bipyridine ligand was essential to activate chemoselectively C(sp²)−Br or C(sp²)−Cl bonds. A wide range of functionally diverse alkynes, including examples of active ingredients and their intermediates, were accessed in a single step and with yields up to 98%. The developed methodology is expected to be widely adopted by academia and industry, marking a step forward in the field of base metal catalysis.     

Highly efficient heterogenous catalyst for O-arylation of phenols with aryl halides using natural ferrous chamosite

Natural ferrous chamosite-catalyzed arylation of phenols with aryl iodides and bromides afforded the corresponding ethers in moderate to excellent yields. This ligand-free, natural catalyst catalyzed coupling of aryl iodides and aryl bromides with phenols resulted in high yields of diaryl ether formation in the absence of any additive. The catalyst was quantitatively recovered from the reaction by a simple filtration and reused for a number of cycles.     

芳基硼酸在有机合成中的应用

芳基硼酸作为一种重要的中间体,在有机合成中的应用相当广泛。Suzuki偶联反应是合成联芳基结构最有效的方法之一,近年许多用于芳基硼酸与各种卤代芳烃偶合的催化剂相继被开发。芳基硼酸与苯酚在Cu(OAc)2和NEt3存在时用于合成二芳基醚,与胺的偶联是合成C-N键的有效方法,与,α-β不饱和体系的1,4-共轭加成反应广泛用于β-取代羰基化合物的合成。反应采用相对无毒而又廉价的普通试剂,反应条件温和,产率高,立体选择性好。综述了芳基硼酸在联芳基合成、二芳基醚合成、芳香胺合成和催化加成反应中的应用。     

Activation of aryl chlorides in water for Suzuki coupling with a hydrophilic salen-Pd(II) catalyst

For exploiting aqueous condition, we have designed a simple water-soluble palladium Schiff-base catalyst for Suzuki-Miyaura reactions of aryl halides with arylboronic acids. The reactions could be performed in neat water with aryl bromides and iodides at room temperature and with aryl chlorides at 100 °C. Good-to-excellent yields of cross-coupling products were obtained with a diverse range of aryl halides including heteroaryl halides. Interestingly, the homogeneous catalyst could be conveniently recycled with aryl bromides or chlorides for at least four times, although a progressive decrease in the product yields were noticed.     

Palladium Nanoparticles Supported on Poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)/KIT-6 Composite as an Efficient and Reusable Catalyst for Suzuki–Miyaura Reaction in Water

Pd nanoparticle-poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)/KIT-6 (Pd-PHEMA/KIT-6) composite was fabricated through in situ polymerization method and was evaluated as a novel heterogeneous catalyst in Suzuki–Miyaura cross coupling reactions of aryl halides and phenylboronic acid in an aqueous medium. The catalyst was characterized by XRD, FT-IR, UV–Vis, TG, BET, and TEM techniques. The results revealed that the supported catalyst Pd-PHEMA/KIT-6 exhibited excellent catalytic activity for the coupling of aryl iodides, aryl bromides, and aryl chlorides. This heterogeneous catalyst could be reused at least nine times without any decrease in activity.     

Thiosemicarbazone Salicylaldiminato‐Palladium(II)‐Catalyzed Mizoroki–Heck Reactions

Four tridentate thiosemicarbazone salicylaldiminato‐palladium(II) complexes of the general formula [Pd(saltsc‐R)PPh₃] [saltsc=salicylaldehyde thiosemicarbazone; R=H ( 1 ), 3‐tert‐butyl ( 2 ), 3‐methoxy ( 3 ), 5‐chloro ( 4 )], have been evaluated as catalyst precursors for the Mizoroki–Heck coupling reaction between a variety of electron‐rich and electron‐poor aryl halides and olefins. The palladium complexes (0.1–1 mol% loading) were found to effectively catalyze these reactions with high yields being obtained when aryl iodides and aryl bromides were utilized. The effects of base, catalyst loading, reaction temperature and reaction time on the catalytic activity of the most active complex were also investigated.     

An efficient and recyclable thermoregulated phosphine–palladium catalyst for the carbonylative Suzuki coupling of aryl halides with arylboronic acids in water

An efficient protocol has been developed for the carbonylative Suzuki coupling of aryl halides using the thermoregulated phosphine–palladium as a reusable catalyst in pure water. This protocol was applied to a wide variety of hindered and functionalized aryl iodides and bromides with arylboronic acids, to afford the desired biaryl ketones in good to high yields. The palladium catalyst was easily recovered in the aqueous phase and reused up to eight cycles without a significant decrease in its activity.     

An Amine‐, Copper‐ and Phosphine‐Free Sonogashira Coupling Reaction Catalyzed by Immobilization of Palladium in Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Materials

An immobilization of palladium in organic‐inorganic hybrid materials‐catalyzed Sonogashira coupling reaction has been described. Terminal alkynes reacted with aryl iodides and aryl bromides only in the presence of a 3‐(2‐aminoethylamino)propyl‐functionalized, silica gel‐immobilized palladium catalyst under amine‐, copper‐ and phosphine‐free reaction conditions. The reaction generates the corresponding cross‐coupling products in excellent yields. Furthermore, the silica‐supported palladium can be recovered and recycled by a simple filtration of the reaction solution and used for 30 consecutive trials without any decreases in activity.     

Iron‐Catalyzed Mizoroki–Heck Cross‐Coupling Reaction with Styrenes

In the presence of iron(II) chloride (FeCl₂; 20 mol%) and potassium tert‐butoxide (t‐BuOK; 4 equiv.) in dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), aryl and heteroaryl iodides undergo stereoselective Mizoroki–Heck C C cross‐coupling reactions with styrenes at 60 °C giving the corresponding (E)‐alkenes. The best yields are obtained upon adding a ligand (80 mol%) such as proline or picolinic acid. Aryl bromides and pyridinyl bromides are also coupled with styrenes but in lower yields.     

Photo‐Induced Sonogashira C?C Coupling Reaction Catalyzed by Simple Copper(I) Chloride Salt at Room Temperature

The conventional thermal Sonogashira C C coupling reaction requires the use of a palladium catalyst and a large amount of ligands. Although there were a few reports describing the use of inexpensive metal catalysts, such as, copper (Cu), iron (Fe), and nickel (Ni), for replacement of palladium (Pd) in the Sonogashira reactions, it was later questioned that the observed effects were due to ppb levels contamination of Pd present in the reagents used in the reactions. Herein, we report that simple copper(I) chloride (CuCl) salt, in the absence of Pd and ligands, can catalyze the Sonogashira reaction with high yields (80–99%) under blue LED light irradiation at room temperature. Control experiments show that no cross‐coupling product was formed, when palladium(II) chloride (PdCl₂) was used to replace CuCl as a catalyst. A series of electron‐rich and electron‐poor substituted aryl halides (bromides and iodides) as well as aryl‐ and alkylacetylenes are examined and the reaction mechanism is discussed.     

Palladium‐Catalyzed Cross‐Coupling Reaction Using Arylgermanium Sesquioxide

Powdery reagents obtained by complete alkaline hydrolysis of arylgermanium trichlorides were found to undergo the palladium‐catalyzed cross‐coupling reaction with aryl bromides and iodides in good yields. The reaction is performed in an aqueous medium taking sodium hydroxide as an activator. Some base‐sensitive functionalities such as acetyl and trifluoromethyl groups survived the reaction.     

Polymer Cocktail: A Multitask Supported Ionic Liquid‐Like Species to Facilitate Multiple and Consecutive C?C Coupling Reactions

Polymer‐supported ionic liquid‐like species (SILLPs) with different functionalities have been combined to obtain new catalytic systems (polymer cocktail) with improved properties towards their application for C C coupling reactions. The SILLPs have been synthesized in a simple way and combined to play different functions in the reaction medium. Those roles involve simultaneously (or consecutively) their actuation as supported reagents, precatalysts and scavengers of undesired reaction side‐products. The system has been tested by employing three different C C coupling reactions for 8 consecutive cycles. Moreover, different aryl bromides and iodides have proved to be efficiently transformed by the catalytic cocktail. Finally, the Heck reaction has been conducted in continuous‐flow conditions using a packed bed of this polymer cocktail and employing supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO₂) as a solvent, which cannot be carried out with the use of soluble bases as this would lead to the clogging of the reactor. Finally, the SILLPs cocktail enables one to combine different reaction steps and purification in a single vessel, which represents a significant improvement in terms of process intensification and green chemistry. This is particularly true in the case of the use of scCO₂ as this allows the direct production of crude materials not contaminated either by salts or by solvents.     

Nine Times Fluoride can be Good for your Syntheses. Not just Cheaper: Nonafluorobutanesulfonates as Intermediates for Transition Metal‐Catalyzed Reactions

How much fluoride is good for a strong electron‐withdrawing effect? In this review we summarize recent results on the use of perfluoroalkanesulfonates, in particular of the cost effective nonafluorobutanesulfonates (nonaflates), in transition metal‐catalyzed reactions and a few other typical transformations. During the last decade many advantages over the commonly used triflates have been discovered. The generation of alkenyl and (het)aryl nonaflates and their applications in metal‐catalyzed processes such as Heck, Suzuki, Sonogashira, Stille, and Negishi couplings or amination reactions are described. Although far from a systematic investigation, all the presented results clearly demonstrate the many advantages of nonaflates and of similar higher fluorinated sulfonates in laboratory and industrial scale organic synthesis.     

Scope and Limitations of Palladium‐Catalyzed Cross‐Coupling Reactions with Organogold Compounds

Five different alkenylgold(I) phosphane complexes were prepared and then investigated in [1,1′‐bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene]palladium(II) dichloride‐catalyzed cross‐coupling reactions with different aryl halides, heterocyclic halides, an alkenyl halide, an alkynyl halide, allylic substrates, benzyl bromide and an acid chloride. With regard to the halides, the iodides were highly reactive, bromides or chlorides gave significantly reduced yields or failed, allylic acetates failed, too. The cross‐coupling partners contained a number of different functional groups, while free carboxylic acids did not deliver cross‐coupling products and o,o‐disubstituted arenes failed as well, a broad range of other functional groups like nitro groups, nitrile groups, ester groups, α,β‐unsaturated ester groups and lactones, aldehydes, alkoxy groups, pyridyl groups, thienyl groups, unprotected phenols and anilines, even aryl azides were tolerated. The structures of one alkenylgold(I) species and of four of the cross‐coupling products were proved by crystal structure analyses.     

Synthesis of Amido‐N‐imidazolium Salts and their Applications as Ligands in Suzuki–Miyaura Reactions: Coupling of Hetero‐ aromatic Halides and the Synthesis of Milrinone and Irbesartan

A new catalytic system based on palladium‐amido‐N‐heterocyclic carbenes for Suzuki–Miyaura coupling reactions of heteroaryl bromides is described. A variety of sterically bulky, amido‐N‐imidazolium salts were synthesized in high yields from the corresponding anilines. This catalytic system effectively promoted Suzuki–Miyaura couplings of heteroaryl bromides and chlorides with a range of boronic acids to give the corresponding aryl compounds in high yield. The yield was increased with increasing steric bulkiness of the substituted group. Especially, 1‐(2,6‐diisopropylphenyl)‐3‐N‐(2,4,6‐tri‐tert‐butylphenylacetamido)imidazolium bromide ( 4bc ) exhibited 850,000 TON in the coupling reaction of 2‐bromopyridine and phenylboronic acid. In addition, pharmaceutical compounds such as milrinone and irbesartan were synthesized via Suzuki–Miyaura coupling using sterically bulky, amido‐N‐imidazolium salt ( 4bc ) as a ligand.     

Simple and efficient CuI/PEG-400 system for hydroxylation of aryl halides with potassium hydroxide

This work reports a simple and efficient CuI/PEG-400 system for hydroxylation of aryl halides with potassium hydroxide. This protocol offers a direct transformation of aryl iodides or bromides to substituted phenols in great diversity. A very wide variety of functional groups are tolerated on aryl halides partners such as carboxyl, aldehyde and hydroxyl group.