A Unique Alkylation of Azobenzenes with Allyl Acetates by Rh^III-Catalyzed C–H Functionalization

Abstract

A novel Rh(III)-catalyzed direct alkylation of azobenzenes with allyl acetates through C-H activation and functionalization is demonstrated in which the allyl acetates serve as unique alkylation agents. The rhodium-catalyzed alkylation provides a highly efficient and atom-economic approach to a series of azo compounds.