A mild, convenient and efficient ring opening of oxiranes with aromatic amines was catalyzed by ammonium decatungstocerate (IV) in acetonitrile. The reaction afforded the corresponding products in 92–100% yields. The catalyst was reused for several times with consistent activity.
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Mirkhani, V., Tangestaninejad, S., Yadollahi, B. et al. Ammonium decatungstocerate (IV): an efficient catalyst for ring opening of epoxides with aromatic amines. Catal Lett 101, 93–97 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10562-004-3755-8
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