Modular Synthesis of Geminal Iododiboron Compounds via Alkylation of Chlorodiborylmethane

Yi Fei Yang, Peng Fei Ning, Bo Zhang, Ming Li, Xiao Yu Xie, Kai Hong

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Abstract

α-Halogenated geminal bis(boronates) are emerging as multifunctional building blocks for organic synthesis. Currently, their synthetic utilization is still restricted due to a lack of efficient preparation methods. Herein, we report a direct, modular synthesis of gem-iododiborylalkanes using alkyl halides and a lithiated chlorodiborylmethane reagent. Compared with previously reported methods, this protocol features modular assembly, high efficiency, and good tolerance to various functional groups.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)10285-10290
Number of pages6
JournalOrganic Letters
Volume26
Issue number48
DOIs
StatePublished - 6 Dec 2024

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