A novel and efficient (NHC)CuI (NHC = N-heterocyclic carbene) catalyst for the oxidative carbonylation of amino compounds

Abstract Oxidative carbonylation of amino compounds to prepare corresponding 2-oxazolidinones, ureas, and carbamates selectively in the presence of (NHC)Cu I without any additives was firstly achieved in good yields and selectivities.

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