Co(iii)-catalyzed allylation reaction of 2-alkenylpyridines with 2-vinylaziridines: access to 1,4-dienes

Abstract

A Cp*(CO)CoI₂-catalyzed C–H allylation of 2-alkenylpyridines with 2-vinylaziridines is described. This method provides efficient access to synthetically useful 1,4-diene skeletons. The approach features a simple reaction system, nitrogen-containing group retainment, atom economy, short reaction times, wide substrate scope and good tolerance towards functional groups.