Total synthesis of insect sex pheromones: recent improvements based on iron-mediated cross-coupling chemistry

In this report, we discuss the recent contributions brought by our groups in the field of iron-catalyzed cross-couplings applied to the synthesis of insect pheromones. The pivotal question of the development of sustainable synthetic procedures involving cheap, non-toxic and efficient additives is also discussed, as well as the mechanistic features guiding the reactivity of such catalytic systems.

Beilstein J. Org. Chem. 2023, 19, 158–166. doi:10.3762/bjoc.19.15

Source: Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry - February 14, 2023 Category: Chemistry Authors: Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry - Syndicated Feeds Tags: catalysis cross-coupling insect pheromones iron Perspective Source Type: research