Application of HOF·CH3CN to the synthesis of glycosyl sulfones

A fast, complete and clean conversion of thioglycosides into glycosyl sulfones under mild acidic conditions is described, using the HOF·CH3CN complex at room temperature. This methodology affords glycosyl sulfones in high yields and in excellent purity.

A fast, complete and clean conversion of thioglycosides into glycosyl sulfones under mild acidic conditions is described, using the HOF·CH3CN complex at room temperature. This methodology affords glycosyl sulfones in high yields and in excellent purity.