Calcium Catalysed Strecker-Type Reactions Towards α-Aminonitriles
Abstract
We report an operationally simple calcium catalysed Strecker type reaction for the synthesis of a-aminonitriles from readily available N,O-acetals. The reaction is tolerant to a wide range of useful functional groups, including heterocycles, and provides the product in good to excellent yields. Additionally, the reaction does not require the need for anhydrous or air-free conditions, making it a suitable candidate for high throughput experimentation.
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