Asymmetric Ni(II)/Cr(II)-Mediated Coupling Reaction: Catalytic Process

Abstract
The stable, crystalline Cr(III)/sulfonamide complex 1a is shown to be an effective catalyst for the Ni/Cr-mediated coupling reaction. A possible mechanism is suggested for the process. 1a is also effective for other Cr-mediated coupling reactions. With this catalyst, a concise and efficient synthesis of the C14−C26 segment of halichondrins has been developed.

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