Visible-Light-Promoted Selective Sulfonylation and Selenylation of Dienes to Access Sulfonyl-/Seleno-benzazepine Derivatives

Org Lett. 2023 Jun 9;25(22):4208-4213. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c01550. Epub 2023 May 30.

Abstract

A novel visible-light-promoted selective sulfonylation and selenylation of dienes with selenosulfonates has been developed. This technology provides mild access to a wide range of sulfonyl benzo[b]azepinones and seleno-benzo[b]azepines. Preliminary mechanistic studies suggest that the sulfonylation involves a sulfonyl radical engaged cascade process, and the selenylation is accomplished through a sequential oxidation/electrophilic cyclization process. The large-scale operation and late-stage modification experiment reveal the promising utility of this protocol.

MeSH terms

  • Azepines*
  • Cyclization
  • Light
  • Polyenes*
  • Technology

Substances

  • Azepines
  • Polyenes