Abstract
The asymmetric boron conjugate addition onto α,β-unsaturated ketones and esters has been developed by using the CuOTf/Josiphos complex as the catalyst under non-alkaline conditions. It was found that the addition of MeOH into the reaction system is crucial to the catalytic reactivity. Good to excellent enantioselectivity (up to 96% ee) and yields (up to 98%) have been achieved for 15 examples.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 42-46 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Organic Chemistry Frontiers |
Volume | 2 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2015 |