Synfacts 2007(7): 0749-0749  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-968706
Metal-Mediated Synthesis
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Three-Component Carbene-Insertion Reaction Leading to Allylic Amines

Contributor(s): Paul Knochel, Tobias Thaler
S. K. J. Devine, D. L. Van Vranken*
University of California, Irvine, USA
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Publication History

Publication Date:
22 June 2007 (online)

Significance

This three-component reaction allows a relatively simple access to complex allylic amines via comparatively cheap and readily available starting materials. The reaction delivers the best results for secondary amines.