Synthesis of Trifluoromethyl-Containing Vicinal Diamines by Asymmetric Decarboxylative Mannich Addition Reactions

Herein is reported a study of asymmetric decarboxylative Mannich addition reactions between (Ss)-N-t-butyl­sulfinyl-3,3,3-trifluoro­acetaldimine and Schiff bases derived from various aldehydes and lithium 2,2-diphenyl­glycinate. These reactions proceed with excellent diastereoselectivities and good chemical yields, providing a practical method for preparation of trifluoromethyl-containing vicinal diamines. The procedures can be conducted under convenient conditions, rendering this approach of high synthetic value.