CuI/TBAB as a novel efficient catalytic system for Heck reaction in water†
Abstract
A novel efficient ligand-free CuI/TBAB catalytic system has been developed for Heck reaction in water without the protection of an inert atmosphere. Both aryl iodides and aryl bromides containing electron-deficient and electron-donating groups reacted smoothly and afforded the corresponding products in moderate to good yields.