Synthesis 2015; 47(12): 1766-1774
DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1380012
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Iron-Catalyzed Oxidative Coupling of Benzylamines and Indoles: Novel Approach for Synthesis of Bis(indolyl)methanes

Kovuru Gopalaiah*
Department of Chemistry, University of Delhi, Delhi 110007, India   Email: gopal@chemistry.du.ac.in
,
Sankala Naga Chandrudu
Department of Chemistry, University of Delhi, Delhi 110007, India   Email: gopal@chemistry.du.ac.in
,
Alka Devi
Department of Chemistry, University of Delhi, Delhi 110007, India   Email: gopal@chemistry.du.ac.in
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Publication History

Received: 09 December 2014

Accepted: 13 January 2015

Publication Date:
13 February 2015 (online)


Abstract

A novel route for synthesis of bis(indolyl)methanes has been developed by the oxidative coupling of benzylamines and indoles in the presence of iron(II) triflate as a catalyst and molecular oxygen as an oxidant. This method promises versatility, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency.

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