Amines are found in amino acids, protein structures, and many other natural organic compounds making them relevant to a number of different scientific fields. The aim of our research is to develop a new way to synthesis amines from primary, secondary and tertiary halides under gentle and timely conditions. We have focused on isolating isocyanates and carbamate intermediates products that can later be turned into amines. A nitrogen group is fairly reactive due to its lone pair of electrons, so protected nitrogen groups that could easily be converted into an amine are attractive synthetic targets.

Synthesizing amines using cyanates and carbamates

255th National Meeting (2018)

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