Fe-catalyzed oxidation reactions of olefins, alkanes, and alcohols: Involvement of oxo- and peroxo complexes

Abstract

In this review, recent developments of iron-catalyzed oxidations of olefins (epoxidation), alkanes, arenes, and alcohols are summarized. Special focus is given on the ligand systems and the catalytic performance of the iron complexes. In addition, the mechanistic involvement of high-valent iron-oxo species is discussed. © 2011 Springer Berlin Heidelberg.