Lighting Up Hypochlorous Acid through C(sp2)-H Hydroxylation with a Solvatochromic Organoiridium(III) Complex-based Probe

Key Points

• This research aims to achieve selective detection of hypochlorous acid using a specific organometallic complex.
• Utilized a solvatochromic cyclometalated Ir(III) complex for detection.
• Employed a unique mechanism for C(sp2)-H hydroxylation.
• Conducted experiments to evaluate selectivity and sensitivity of the complex.
• Demonstrated high selectivity for hypochlorous acid over other reactive species.
• Achieved effective detection through C(sp2)-H hydroxylation mechanism.