Synthesis of Vinyl Sulfones via I2 -mediated Alkene Sulfonylations with Thiosulfonates

Fe-Catalyzed C-H Alkenylation of Dialkyl Anilines with Disulfonylethenes

The oxidative alkenylation reaction of α-aminoalkyl C(sp3)-H bonds has been investigated with (E)-1,2-bis(sulfonyl)ethenes. The catalytic process of iron-polypyridyl complexes drives the single-electron oxidation of dialkyl anilines, resulting in the formation of α-aminoalkyl radical species. Subsequent cascades of radical addition and elimination reactions ensue, ultimately leading to the generation of sulfonylated allylic amine products. The utility of these products extends further, enabling the synthesis of multisubstituted heterocycles like pyrroles, pyrazines, and triazoles.

Recent Advances in Iodine-Promoted C-S/N-S Bonds Formation

Sulfur-containing scaffold, as a ubiquitous structural motif, has been frequently used in natural products, bioactive chemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly C-S/N-S bonds are indispensable in many biological important compounds and pharmaceuticals. Development of mild and general methods for C-S/N-S bonds formation has great significance in modern research. Iodine and its derivatives have been recognized as inexpensive, environmentally benign and easy-handled catalysts or reagents to promote the construction of C-S/N-S bonds under mild reaction conditions, with good regioselectivities and broad substrate scope. Especially based on this, several new strategies, such as oxidation relay strategy, have been greatly developed and accelerated the advancement of this field. This review focuses on recent advances in iodine and its derivatives promoted hybridized C-S/N-S bonds formation. The features and mechanisms of corresponding reactions are summarized and the results of some cases are compared with those of previous reports. In addition, the future of this domain is discussed.