A green and efficient method for the synthesis of amides has been developed through oxidative amidation between methylarenes with amines in a two-step continuous flow system. This method integrates methylarene oxidation and amide formation into a single operation which is usually accomplished separately. Oxidation with tert-butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP) as “green” oxidant, the synthesis of amides under mild reaction conditions in continuous flow system and the utilization of methylarenes as starting material make this methodology novel and environment friendly. The practical value of this method is highlighted through the synthesis of high-profile pharmaceutical agents, acetylprocainamide.

通过在两步连续流系统中甲基芳烃与胺之间的氧化酰胺化反应，已经开发出一种绿色高效的酰胺合成方法。该方法将甲基芳烃的氧化和酰胺的形成整合为一个通常独立完成的操作。以叔丁基过氧化氢（TBHP）作为“绿色”氧化剂进行氧化，在温和的反应条件下，在连续流动系统中合成酰胺，并利用甲基芳烃作为起始原料，使该方法具有新颖性和环境友好性。该方法的实用价值通过合成高水平的药物乙酰普鲁卡因胺而得到强调。