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Synlett 1994; 1994(8): 655-656
DOI: 10.1055/s-1994-22964
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Catalyzed Enantioselective Borane Reduction of Ketimine Derivatives

C. Bolm* , M. Felder
  • *Institut für Organische Chemie der Universität Basel, St. Johanns-Ring 19, CH-4056 Basel, Switzerland
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18 September 2002 (online)

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The enantioselective borane reduction of imine derivatives is catalyzed by ß-hydroxy sulfoximine 1. Optically active primary and secondary amines are obtained with enantioselectivities of up to 72% ee.