Carbon–Carbon Bond Formation Mediated by an Iron(0)–Olefin Pincer Complex

 

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Abstract

C–H functionalization is a highly appealing strategy for accessing complex molecular structures. Herein, we show that π-tethered pincer ligands can engage in C–H activation when coordinated to iron. These reactions result in C(sp²)–C(sp²) bond formation through oxidative coupling and β-hydride elimination/reductive elimination pathways with alkynes and isocyanides.

Publication History

Received: 28 March 2025

Accepted after revision: 16 May 2025

Accepted Manuscript online:
16 May 2025

Article published online:
17 June 2025

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Georg Thieme Verlag KG
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