Bisphosphorylation of anhydrides - convenient access to bisphosphonates with a P-O-C-P motif

Chem Commun (Camb). 2022 Jun 8;58(46):6665-6668. doi: 10.1039/d2cc01472f.

Abstract

A novel strategy of bisphosphorylation of anhydrides with P(O)-H reagents via a DMAP-catalyzed and DBU-promoted process has been developed. These one-step transformations proceed efficiently to provide convenient access to a variety of P-O-C-P motif containing organophosphorus compounds. In addition, the gram-scale synthesis and the efficient recovery of the by-product highlight the sustainability and applicability of this method.

MeSH terms

  • Anhydrides*
  • Catalysis
  • Diphosphonates*
  • Organophosphorus Compounds

Substances

  • Anhydrides
  • Diphosphonates
  • Organophosphorus Compounds