Iron-catalyzed alkoxyl radical-mediated C-C bond cleavage/phosphorothiolation: a new approach to functionalized S-alkyl phosphorothioates.

An efficient iron-catalyzed alkoxyl radical-mediated C-C bond cleavage/phosphorothiolation cascade is presented. This protocol features mild and redox neutral conditions, wide substrate scope and easy scalability, allowing straightforward access to functionalized S-alkyl organophosphorus compounds in moderate to good yields.