Difunctionalization of gem-Difluoroalkenes via Photoredox Catalysis: Synthesis of Diverse α,α-Difluoromethyl-β-alkoxysulfones

Visible-light-promoted alkoxysulfonylation of gem-difluoroalkenes using sulfonyl chlorides and alcohols has been developed. The reaction exhibits a relatively broad substrate scope with excellent functional group compatibility. This synthesis method includes an atom transfer radical addition-like process. The products can be used as platform molecules for further modification.

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A visible-light-promoted alkoxysulfonylation of gem-difluoroalkenes using sulfonyl chlorides and alcohols has been developed. The reaction shows a broad substrate scope and excellent functional group compatibility. This method involves an atom transfer radical addition-like process, and the products can serve as platform molecules for further modification.