To develop a catalytic protocol for the selective cleavage of C–O bonds in catechols and subsequent C–N bond formation.
Utilized manganese(II) nitrate as a catalyst
Focused on selective C–O bond cleavage of catechols
Facilitated C–N bond formation post bond cleavage
Achieved selective C–O bond cleavage in catechols
Enabled the synthesis of redox-active and heterocyclic scaffolds
Demonstrated effectiveness of manganese as a catalyst
Abstract
A catalytic protocol employing manganese( ii ) nitrate Mn(NO 3 ) 2 has been developed for the selective C–O bond cleavage of catechols, enabling subsequent C–N bond formation.