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

Abstract
Via an X-ray analysis, the sulfonamide bearing R1 = i-Pr, R2 = Me, and R3 = Me is shown to be a tridentate ligand to a Cr(III) salt. This class of ligands, represented by R1 = t-Bu, R2 = 2-naphthyl, and R3 = Me, is effective to achieve an asymmetric Ni/Cr-mediated coupling reaction and, with the C14-C38 segment of halichondrins, its synthetic potential has been demonstrated. A possible mechanism is suggested for the process.

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