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Synlett 1991; 1991(2): 125-126
DOI: 10.1055/s-1991-20653
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Reductive Dimerization of Sulfonyl Derivatives to Disulfides and Deoxygenation of Sulfoxides to Sulfides Using the Boron Triiodide-N,N-Diethylaniline Complex

Chatla Narayana* , Seetharamaiyer Padmanabhan, George W. Kabalka
  • *Departments of Chemistry & Radiology, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-1600, USA
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07 March 2002 (online)

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Alkane/arenesulfonic acid derivatives and sulfoxides are converted to disulfides and sulfides, respectively, using boron triiodide-N,N-diethylaniline complex in good yield under mild conditions.

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