The
unprecedented synthesis, single-crystal X-ray structure, and
first catalytic application of a dicarbene–Ag(I) complex [Ag(BAC)2][CO2CF3] (BAC = bis(diisopropyl)aminocyclopropenylidene)
is reported. This novel complex provides a versatile catalytic platform
for selective aerobic oxidation of benzylic alcohols to aldehyde or
ketone products in high yields. Ease of experimental execution coupled
with the use of abundant atmospheric molecular oxygen as an oxidant
and low catalyst loading are inherit strengths of these oxidations.
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