Synthesis 2008(10): 1514-1516  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1072574
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Solvent-Free Synthesis of Bis(2,2′:6′,2′′-terpyridin-4′-yl)amine and Its Metal Complexes

Reza-Ali Fallahpour*
Institute of Organic Chemistry, University of Zurich UZH, Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zurich, Switzerland
Fax: +41(61)3639869; e-Mail: Reza.Fallahpour@oci.uzh.ch;
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Publication History

Received 6 January 2008
Publication Date:
07 April 2008 (online)

Abstract

The key compound bis(2,2′:6′,2′′-terpyridin-4′-yl)amine was prepared in one step starting from 4′-amino-2,2′:6′,2′′-terpyridine and 4′-bromo-2,2′:6′,2′′-terpyridine in quantitative yield. In addition, we have established an easy and efficient route for the synthesis of the bromoterpyridine compound. Using the novel ligand, two ruthenium complexes were also prepared.