Table 2 Precatalyst applicability for the direct C(sp2)–H bond alkylation of directing-group arenes using halide electrophiles under mild reaction conditions

From: An air- and moisture-stable ruthenium precatalyst for diverse reactivity

  1. aYields determined by 1H NMR spectroscopy using an internal standard.
  2. b3 (20 mol%).
  3. c96 h.