Tin-Free Radical-Mediated C���C-Bond Formations with Alkyl Allyl Sulfones as Radical Precursors

Abstract

Primary alkyl radicals are generated highly efficiently and reliably from alkyl allyl sulfone precursors. The latter are effective in tin-free radical CC-bond formations, including cyanation, vinylation, and allylation (see scheme; V-40=1,1′-azobis(cyclohexane-1-carbonitrile). Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2002/z19247_s.pdf or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.