Iodobenzene-catalyzed synthesis of aryl sulfonate esters from aminoquinolines via remote radical C–O cross-coupling

Abstract

A simple and efficient approach is established for the iodobenzene-catalyzed synthesis of aryl sulfonate esters from aminoquinolines via remote radical C–O cross-coupling in the absence of any transition metal catalysts. This unexpected reaction reveals superior reactivity, target products are obtained in good to excellent yields at room temperature.