A Mild Synthesis of o-Ureidobenzonitrile Derivatives via Iodide-Mediated Electrolysis from 2-Aminobenzamides

Abstract

An efficient electrochemical synthesis of o-ureidobenzonitrile derivatives from 2-aminobenzamides and isothiocyanates was developed using ammonium iodide as the electrolyte and mediator (0.5 equivalent). This iodide-mediated desulfurization-cyclization process proceeds under mild conditions in an undivided cell with graphite electrodes, delivering a broad range of products in good to excellent yields (44 examples, up to 98%). This method avoids the use of stoichiometric amounts of strong oxidants and toxic solvents, offering a greener alternative to traditional approaches. The synthesized compounds were evaluated for α-glucosidase inhibition and antioxidant activity, demonstrating moderate biological efficacy, highlighting their potential for pharmaceutical applications.

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Article type
Paper
Submitted
13 Jun 2025
Accepted
28 Jul 2025
First published
30 Jul 2025

Org. Biomol. Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript

A Mild Synthesis of o-Ureidobenzonitrile Derivatives via Iodide-Mediated Electrolysis from 2-Aminobenzamides

K. T. Nguyen, H. N. T. Thao, T. Kostphan, K. A. Nguyen, P. Chairat, P. Phuwapraisirisan, P. Thamyongkit, M. Sukwattanasinitt and S. Wacharasindhu, Org. Biomol. Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript , DOI: 10.1039/D5OB00971E

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