IBX-Promoted Oxidative Cyclization of <i>N</i>-Hydroxyalkyl Enamines: A Metal-Free Approach toward 2,3-Disubstituted Pyrroles and Pyridines

Abstract

An iodoxybenzoic acid-mediated selected oxidative cyclization of <i>N</i>-hydroxyalkyl enamines was developed. Through this strategy, a variety of 2,3-disubstituted pyrroles and pyridines were produced in good selectivity involving oxidation of alcohol, followed by condensation of aldehyde and α-C of enamines. Furthermore, this metal-free method has several advantages, including the use of environmentally friendly reagents, broad substrate scope, mild reaction conditions, and high efficiency.