Catalytic Addition of Thiols and Selenols to Allenes

The reaction of allenes with cydohexylthiol in the presence of CO depends on the nature of the transition metal complex [168]. Pd complexes did not catalyze this 

The following conclusions can be drawn after analysis of the Csp -S and Csp Se bond formation in the transition-metal-catalyzed substitution and addition reactions involving RZZR and RZH species  

In conclusion, we want to point out that successful reports from many research groups have clearly emphasized the tremendous development of this fascinating field. Convenient and efficient synthetic procedures have been developed to prepare important classes of organic compounds. Undoubtedly, several new catalytic systems and synthetic approaches will be discovered and implemented soon. 

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