Copper-Catalyzed Direct α-Nitration of Nitrostilbenes with Nitrogen Dioxide

Abstract

A novel and efficient method for the direct α-nitration of nitrostilbenes was developed in which NO2 was used as the nitro source. This method provided (E)-α-nitrostilbenes derivatives in moderate to good yields. A broad substrate scope, mild and convenient conditions, and high stereoselectivity are important features of this method.