1,2-Bis-perfluoroalkylations of alkenes and alkynes with perfluorocarboxylic anhydrides via the formation of perfluoroalkylcopper intermediates

Abstract

A novel, Cu-mediated protocol toward the 1,2-bis-perfluoroalkyaltion of alkenes/alkynes was developed. The method proceeded with perfluorocarboxylic anhydrides as inexpensive and readily available perfluoroalkyl sources. Diacyl peroxide was generated in situ from the perfluorocarboxylic anhydrides and H₂O₂. The key step in this reaction is the formation of a stable perfluoroalkylcopper intermediate that is achieved with the aid of a bipyridyl ligand. Subsequent reaction of the intermediate with perfluoroalkyl-containing alkyl or vinyl radicals affords the desired products.