Metal-Free Amidation of Ethers with N,N-Dibromosulfonamides

Abstract

A new metal-free amidation of ethers with N,N-dibromosulfonamides has been developed. A series of hemiaminal ethers or imines were prepared with moderate to good yields.

Key words

amidation - amides - N,N-dibromosulfonamides - ethers - hemiaminal ethers - nitrene - regioselectivity

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