Oxidative functionalization of naphthalene derivatives catalyzed by Mn(III)-porphyrins

An oxidative functionalization of naphthalene and its derivatives catalyzed by fluorine-containing porphyrin Mn(TFPP)Cl or non-fluorine-containing porphyrin Mn(TPP)Cl is reported. It is found that catalysts greatly affect the oxidative functionalization reactions. These studies will provide a valuable reference for the further development of the metalloporphyrin-catalyzed C−H bond oxidative functionalization.