Abstract
In this study, we report a straightforward oxidative cross-coupling synthesis of carbodiimide tethered amino acid conjugates from amino acid-derived isocyanides and aryl amines mediated by I2/tert-butyl hydroperoxide. Using this protocol, the title compounds were obtained in good isolated yields. This protocol is of short reaction duration, base-free, racemization free and avoids the necessity of transition metal catalysts.
Graphical Abstract
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