Photo-induced intramolecular alkyl/aryl group transfer and SO <sub>2</sub> insertion: a new strategy for the synthesis of 3-(alkyl/arylsulfonyl)benzothiophenes
Tiantian Xu, Fen-Dou Wang, Wen-Chao Yang, Tong Lü, Min Wang, Pinhua Li
Abstract
A new and efficient strategy for the synthesis of 3-(alkyl/arylsulfonyl)benzothiophenes and benzoselenophenes through intramolecular alkyl/aryl transfer and SO 2 insertion process was developed.
Topics & Concepts
AlkylIntramolecular forceArylGroup (periodic table)ChemistryPhotochemistryMedicinal chemistryOrganic chemistrySulfur-Based Synthesis TechniquesRadical Photochemical ReactionsSynthesis of Indole Derivatives