Carbon isotope labeling of carbamates by late-stage [C], [C] and [C]carbon dioxide incorporation.

A general procedure for the late-stage [11C], [13C] and [14C]carbon isotope labeling of cyclic carbamates is reported. This protocol allows the incorporation of carbon dioxide, the primary source of carbon-14 and carbon-11 radioisotopes, in a direct, cost-effective and sustainable manner. A disconnection/reconnection strategy, involving ring opening/isotopic closure, was also implemented.