A general method for site-selective Csp3–S bond formation via cooperative catalysis†
Yuman Qin,Yujie Han,Yongzhen Tang,Junfa Wei,Mingyu Yang
Chemical Science Pub Date : 12/06/2019 00:00:00 , DOI:10.1039/C9SC04169A
Abstract

Herein, we report a copper-catalysed site-selective thiolation of Csp3–H bonds of aliphatic amines. The method features a broad substrate scope and good functional group compatibility. Primary, secondary, and tertiary C–H bonds can be converted into C–S bonds with a high efficiency. The late-stage modification of biologically active compounds by this method was also demonstrated. Furthermore, the one-pot preparation of pyrrolidine or piperidine compounds via a domino process was achieved.

Graphical abstract: A general method for site-selective Csp3–S bond formation via cooperative catalysis