C-H functionalization of phenols using combined ruthenium and photoredox catalysis: In situ generation of the oxidant

David C. Fabry, Meria A. Ronge, Jochen Zoller, Magnus Rueping

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Abstract

A combination of ruthenium and photoredox catalysis allowed the ortho olefination of phenols. Using visible light, the direct C-H functionalization of o-(2-pyridyl) phenols occurred, and diverse phenol ethers were obtained in good yields. The regeneration of the ruthenium catalyst was accomplished by a photoredox-catalyzed oxidative process.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)2801-2805
Number of pages5
JournalAngewandte Chemie - International Edition
Volume54
Issue number9
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 23 2015
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Alkenylation
  • C-h functionalization
  • Photoredox catalysis
  • Superoxide
  • Visible light

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Catalysis
  • General Chemistry

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