10.1248/cpb.c16-00744
The study focuses on the development and application of acid-catalyzed allylating reagents based on triazine chemistry, specifically 2,4,6-tris(allyloxy)-1,3,5-triazine (TriAT-allyl) and its substituted derivatives. These reagents were used to synthesize allyl ethers and esters from various alcohols and carboxylic acids in the presence of a catalytic amount of trifluoromethanesulfonic acid (TfOH). The purpose of these chemicals is to provide a practical, high-yielding procedure for allylation, which is a method of introducing allyl groups into organic compounds. The allyl group is significant for protecting hydroxy and carboxy groups and can be used as monomer units in macromolecules. The study also explores the reaction mechanisms and the selectivity of the reactions, providing insights into the intermediates involved in the allylation process. The new reagents demonstrated remarkable reactivity, stability, and atom economy, addressing some of the drawbacks of conventional allylation methods such as poor stability, toxicity, and high cost.