One simple Ir/hydrosilane catalytic system for chemoselective isomerization of 2-substituted allylic ethers

Chem Commun (Camb). 2020 Feb 13;56(13):2012-2015. doi: 10.1039/c9cc09055j.

Abstract

Here, we describe one simple Ir/hydrosilane catalytic system for chemoselective isomerization of 2-substituted allylic ethers. This facile strategy shows high efficiency towards a variety of substrates, including derivatives from bioactive molecules. The substituent at the α position of the olefins is supposed to be critical in retarding the alkene hydrosilylation process and leading the reaction to go through the isomerization pathway.

MeSH terms

  • Alkenes / chemistry
  • Catalysis
  • Coordination Complexes / chemistry
  • Ethers / chemistry*
  • Iridium / chemistry*
  • Isomerism
  • Silanes / chemistry*

Substances

  • Alkenes
  • Coordination Complexes
  • Ethers
  • Silanes
  • Iridium