Trypsin-catalyzed multicomponent reaction: A novel and efficient one-pot synthesis of thiazole-2-imine derivatives

- First reported work on trypsin-catalyzed multicomponent reaction for the synthesis of thiazole-imine derivatives.
- Trypsin was found to expand the promiscuous functions in organic synthesis.
- This novel efficient protocol has the merits of convergent feature, high yield, simple operation, and environmental benign.

The first Trypsin from porcine pancreas catalyzed a novel one-pot three-component reaction of α-bromoketone, primary alkylamines, and phenylisothiocyanate for the synthesis of thiazole-imine derivatives with high yields (up to 98%) in a short time under mild conditions. The results revealed that Trypsin exhibited excellent catalytic activity and great tolerance for broad substrates. This Trypsin-catalyzed three component convergent method provides a novel strategy for the synthesis of thiazole-2-imine derivatives and expands the promiscuous functions of enzymes in organic synthesis.