Phosphorothiosulfonates: new radical phosphorothiolation reagents for photocatalytic cyclization of alkenes/alkynes

Organic Chemistry Frontiers 2026

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Authors: Xiang Liu, Mingyang Chen, Peng Liao, Yitai Fu, Qian Wang, Yanlong Ma, Hua Cao
DOI: 10.1039/d6qo00063k
Cited by: 3
References: 56

Abstract

We report the first synthesis of phosphorothiosulfonates as competent radical –S–P(O)(OR) 2 precursors. Under mild photoredox conditions, these reagents enable metal-, oxidant-free phosphorothiolation/cyclization of diverse alkenes and alkynes.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sulfur-Based Synthesis Techniques Radical Photochemical Reactions Organophosphorus compounds synthesis

Publication details

Journal / source
Organic Chemistry Frontiers
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
13
Issue
8
Pages
2261–2267
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN