Photo-induced alkylation of benzil with trialkyltin chlorides
Abstract
Abstract Despite its higher oxidation potential, Bu3SnCl has been found to be a more effective Bu-transferring reagent than Bu4Sn in the photo-induced reaction of benzil in benzene. The attractive interaction between Bu3SnCl and benzil, especially in benzene, is a presumable reason for its higher reactivity. In contrast, Bu2SnCl2 and BuSnCl3 are poorly reactive in such a photoreaction.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Radical Photochemical Reactions
Organometallic Compounds Synthesis and Characterization
Chemical Synthesis and Reactions
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Chemistry Letters
- Volume
- 55
- Issue
- 3
- Publication date
- 27 February 2026
- Language
- EN