LiNTf 2 –iPr 2 NEt: a catalyst for the acylation of phenols and primary alcohols with carboxylic anhydrides

New Journal of Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Shimin Yang, Ying Peng, Shujie Li, Dayong Sang, Juan Tian, Yiting Xiong
DOI: 10.1039/d5nj04801j
Cited by: 2
References: 92

Abstract

The acylation of phenols and primary alcohols with carboxylic anhydrides can be promoted by LiNTf 2 –iPr 2 NEt via double activation. This catalytic system is sensitive to steric hindrance and permits chemoselective acylation of less hindered alcohols.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Chemical Synthesis and Reactions Asymmetric Hydrogenation and Catalysis Oxidative Organic Chemistry Reactions

Publication details

Journal / source
New Journal of Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
50
Issue
13
Pages
5490–5497
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN