Green Chemistry · 2013 · 65 citations · 76 references
Natural SciencesChemistryCatalysisOrganic ChemistryOrganic SynthesisFunctional Group ToleranceMild Reaction Conditions
An efficient and environmentally benign amidation of aldehydes with N-chloroamines has been developed using AIBN as an initiator. This methodology offers a metal free and base free approach and is endowed with mild reaction conditions, high yields, and good functional group tolerance.
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