Electrosynthesis: A Practical Way to Access Highly Reactive Intermediates

Kevin Lam

doi:10.1055/a-1890-9162

Synthesis, Table of Contents

Synlett 2022; 33(20): 1953-1960
DOI: 10.1055/a-1890-9162

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Electrosynthesis: A Practical Way to Access Highly Reactive Intermediates

Kevin Lam ∗

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Abstract

Electrosynthesis is undergoing a renaissance, but it is still far from being considered a standard method within the chemists’ synthetic toolbox. In this article, we will demystify organic electrochemistry by reviewing some practical methodologies developed in our laboratory to prepare highly reactive synthetic intermediates.

1 Introduction

2 Acyloxy Radicals

3 Orthoesters

4 Isocyanates

5 Isocyanides

6 Diazo Compounds

7 Conclusion

Key words

electrosynthesis - lactones - orthoesters - isocyanates - isocyanides - diazo compounds - radicals - cations

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