A tertiary amine synthesis via a hydroxylamine alkylation/catalytic reduction sequence

Key Points

• The aim is to develop a new synthetic route for N-methyl tertiary amines using hydroxylamines.
• Utilized N-alkylation of secondary hydroxylamines
• Followed by catalytic reduction to achieve tertiary amines
• Examined the reaction sequence for efficiency and yield
• Successfully synthesized N-methyl tertiary amines
• Demonstrated improved yield compared to traditional methods
• Provided a new pathway for organic synthesis