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C-H Activation: Toward Sustainability and Applications.
Toryn Dalton1, Teresa Faber1, Frank Glorius1
1Organisch-Chemisches Institut, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Corrensstraβe 4048149 Münster, Germany.
ACS Central Science
|March 3, 2021
Summary
Green chemistry principles guide sustainable synthesis. This research addresses challenges in direct C-H bond activation, focusing on abundant metals and greener solvents for industrial applications.
Area of Science:
- Green Chemistry
- Sustainable Synthesis
- Catalysis
Background:
- The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry emphasize resource conservation and environmental protection.
- Direct C-H bond activation offers step and atom economy but faces sustainability hurdles for large-scale use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight research overcoming sustainability challenges in C-H activation.
- To review progress in aryl C-H borylation towards sustainable methods.
Main Methods:
- Focus on abundant metal catalysts.
- Avoidance of static directing groups.
- Replacement of metal oxidants with greener alternatives.
- Introduction of bioderived solvents.
Main Results:
- Progress in aryl C-H borylation from precious Ir-based systems to emerging 3d metal catalysts.
- Identification of key research areas for sustainable C-H activation.
Conclusions:
- Sustainable C-H activation requires abundant metals, greener solvents, and efficient catalytic systems.
- Industrial uptake is crucial for the future growth of sustainable C-H activation.
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