Efficient synthesis of 2-naphthols was realized by Ru(ii)-catalyzed C-H activation of aryl nitrones and intermolecular [3+3] annulation with α-diazo sulfonyl ketones under redox-neutral conditions. Easily available α-diazo sulfonyl ketones act… Click to show full abstract
Efficient synthesis of 2-naphthols was realized by Ru(ii)-catalyzed C-H activation of aryl nitrones and intermolecular [3+3] annulation with α-diazo sulfonyl ketones under redox-neutral conditions. Easily available α-diazo sulfonyl ketones act as a three-carbon component in the reaction.
               
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