Stereocontrolled C(sp3)–P bond formation with non-activated alkyl halides and tosylates†
Abstract
The C(sp3)–P bond is formed via the reaction between P–H compounds and non-activated alkyl electrophiles, especially secondary alkyl halides and tosylates. This reaction proceeds via an SN2 mechanism with inversion of configuration, so it can be used to form C–P bonds with stereocontrol from chiral secondary alcohols.