Olefin hydroboration catalyzed by an iron-borane complex
Laura Grose, Darren Willcox
Abstract
oxidative addition of the H-B bond. Complex A is an effective pre-catalyst for the hydroboration of a range of olefins in synthetically useful yields (typically >80%) under neat conditions.
Topics & Concepts
HydroborationBoraneOlefin fiberChemistryLigand (biochemistry)CatalysisCooperativityMetalOrganic chemistryBiochemistryReceptorOrganoboron and organosilicon chemistryAsymmetric Hydrogenation and CatalysisOrganometallic Complex Synthesis and Catalysis