Photoinduced Radical Coupling for Si–N Bond Formation
Abstract
As an important class of compounds, silazanes serve as functional molecules in a variety of fields. Herein, we report a visible-light-induced radical-radical coupling of polysubstituted silanes with NHPI esters to achieve Si-N bond formation. This reaction produces a wide range of silazanes in good yields. Mechanistic studies suggest the involvement of silyl and nitrogen-centered radicals. This strategy provides a practical and general approach for constructing structurally diverse silazanes, which is potentially valuable for the development of functional materials.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Radical Photochemical Reactions
Organoboron and organosilicon chemistry
Synthesis and characterization of novel inorganic/organometallic compounds
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Organic Letters
- Volume
- 28
- Issue
- 7
- Pages
- 2405–2409
- Publication date
- 5 February 2026
- Language
- EN