Metal-free synthesis of 4-methylthio-3,4-dihydroisocoumarins from 2-(2-arylvinyl)benzoic acids

Mendeleev Communications 2026

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Authors: Chengqun Chen, Kexin Ren
DOI: 10.71267/mencom.7917
Cited by: 0
References: 34

Abstract

Herein we report a straightforward and efficient procedure for synthesizing 4-methylthio-3,4-dihydroisocoumarins. The method involves reacting 2-(2-arylvinyl)benzoic acids with dimethyl(methylthio)sulfonium trifluoromethanesulfonate under mild, metal-free conditions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sulfur-Based Synthesis Techniques Synthesis and Reactivity of Sulfur-Containing Compounds Synthesis of heterocyclic compounds

Publication details

Journal / source
Mendeleev Communications
Volume
36
Issue
2
Pages
183–185
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
RU