Isshiki, R.; Takise, R.; Itami, K.; Muto, K.; Yamaguchi, J.
Synlett 2017, 28, 2599–2603.(Invited contribution)
DOI10.1055/s-0036-1589120
Heteroaromatic esters were found to be applicable as an arylating agent for the Pd-catalyzed α-arylation of ketones in a decarbonylative fashion. The use of our in-house ligand, dcypt, enabled this unique bond formation. Considering the ubiquity and low cost of aromatic esters, the present work will allow for rapid access to valuable α-aryl carbonyl compounds.
