Photosensitizer-free synthesis of β-keto sulfones via visible-light-induced oxysulfonylation of alkenes with sulfonic acids

Org Biomol Chem. 2021 May 26;19(20):4537-4541. doi: 10.1039/d1ob00552a.

Abstract

A practical and environment-friendly methodology for the construction of β-keto sulfones through visible-light induced direct oxysulfonylation of alkenes with sulfonic acids at ambient temperature under open-air conditions was developed. Most importantly, the reaction proceeded smoothly without the addition of any photocatalyst or strong oxidant, ultimately minimizing the production of chemical waste.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't