A ligand-free and base-free copper catalyzed reaction: arylation of ammonia and primary amines as their acetate salts

A ligand-free, base-free copper catalyzed arylation of ammonia and primary amines as their corresponding acetate salts are established. The Carboxylate group is believed to be catalyzing the arylation of ammonia. This reaction is specific for primary amines.

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