Recent Advances in Reactions Involving Carbon Dioxide Radical Anion
Wei Xiao, Jun Zhang, Jie Wu
Abstract
Carbon dioxide radical anion (CO 2 •– ) is a highly reactive nucleophilic radical species that has recently emerged in organic chemistry as a strong single electron donor (reductant) and as a reactant for the synthesis of carboxylic acids. In general, CO 2 •– can be generated by either direct reduction of CO 2 or HAT of formate salts. Achievements in reactions involving CO 2 •– have been witnessed in recent years. This Review summarizes the recent advances in reactions involving CO 2 •– by highlighting some challenges and identifying potential areas of improvement, which may offer inspiration for future studies.
Topics & Concepts
NucleophileFormateChemistryCarbon dioxideCatalysisIonRadical ionCombinatorial chemistryPhotochemistryOrganic chemistryCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysisCO2 Reduction Techniques and CatalystsFluorine in Organic Chemistry