title: Influence of HMPA on reducing power and reactivity of SmBr(2).
abstract: [reaction: see text] Addition of HMPA to SmBr(2) in THF produces a reactant with an estimated redox potential of -2.63 +/- 0.01 V (vs Ag/AgNO(3)). This powerful reductant is capable of reducing ketimines and alkyl chlorides at room temperature. Although the structure of the reductant has not been established, it is nonetheless a powerful addition to the arsenal of samarium-based reductants currently utilized.
authors.affiliation: Department of Chemistry, University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio 43606, USA.
authors.forename: B W
authors.initials: BW
authors.lastname: Knettle
authors.forename: R A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Flowers