Pd‐Catalyzed Selective Carbonylation of gem‐Difluoroalkenes: A Practical Synthesis of Difluoromethylated Esters

Abstract

AbstractThe first catalyst for the alkoxycarbonylation of gem‐difluoroalkenes is described. This novel catalytic transformation proceeds in the presence of Pd(acac)2/1,2‐bis((di‐tert‐butylphosphan‐yl)methyl)benzene (btbpx) (L4) and allows for an efficient and straightforward access to a range of difluoromethylated esters in high yields and regioselectivities. The synthetic utility of the protocol is showcased in the practical synthesis of a Cyclandelate analogue using this methodology as the key step.