Electrochemically Promoted Fluoroalkylation-Distal Functionalization of Unactivated Alkenes

Org Lett. 2019 Mar 15;21(6):1857-1862. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.9b00444. Epub 2019 Feb 28.

Abstract

Difunctionalization of olefins represents a powerful synthetic tool and yet a challenging task. This work describes an electrochemically enabled fluoroalkylation-migration reaction of unactivated olefins in the absence of a strong oxidant or heavy metal catalyst, affording fluorinated (hetero)aryl ketones in good yields and excellent regioselectivities. The efficient and sustainable electrochemical strategy provides a rapid access to a dual functionalized fluorine-containing heterocyclic manifold.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't