A Cu-catalyzed aerobic oxidative
cyclization of β,γ-unsaturated
hydrazones for the preparation of pyrazole derivatives has been developed.
The hydrazonyl radical promoted the cyclization, along with a concomitant
CC bond cleavage of β,γ-unsaturated hydrazones.
This process has been verified via several control experiments, including
a radical-trapping study, an 18O-labeling method, and the
identification of the possible byproducts. The advantages of this
reaction include operational simplicity, a broad reaction scope, and
a mild selective reaction process.