Regioselective Radical Amino-Functionalizations of Allyl Alcohols via Dual Catalytic Cross-Coupling

The regioselective amination and cross-coupling of a range of nucleophiles with allyl alcohols has been enabled by a dual catalytic strategy. This approach entails the combined action of an Ir photocatalyst that enables mild access to N-radicals via an energy transfer mechanism, as well as a Cu complex that intercepts the ensuing alkyl radical upon cyclization. Merger of this Cucatalyzed cross-coupling enables a broad range of nucleophiles (e.g., CN, SCN, N-3, vinyl, allyl) to engage in radical amino-functionalizations of olefins. Notably, stereo, regio, and kinetic probes provide insights into the nature of this Cu-based radical interception.

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A dual catalytic strategy involving an Ir photocatalyst and a Cu complex enables regioselective amination and cross-coupling of allyl alcohols with various nucleophiles. This approach allows for the formation of N-radicals via an energy transfer mechanism followed by interception of alkyl radicals for radical amino-functionalizations of olefins. Insights into the nature of Cu-based radical interception are provided through stereo, regio, and kinetic probes.