Fig. 6: Mechanistic studies and proposal.
From: Electro-oxidative amination of benzylic C(sp³)–C(sp³) bonds in aromatic hydrocarbons
a Control reaction with S1. b Control reaction with benzylic alcohol. c Anode and cathode potential during the reaction. d Investigation of the role of HFIP. e Proposed mechanism. HFIP 1, 1, 1, 3, 3, 3-hexafluoro-2-propanol, Me methyl, Ac acetyl, Nu Nucleophile.
