Lewis base catalyzed allylation reaction of N-aryl amides with Morita–Baylis–Hillman carbonates

A Lewis base catalyzed allylation reaction of N-aryl amides with various Morita–Baylis–Hillman (MBH) carbonates was described. The substrate scope of MBH carbonates and amides were comprehensively explored. The broad substrate scope, mild condition, as well as scale-up synthesis made this approach useful for the synthesis of diverfied branched tertiary N-allylic amides.