Reaction of 5-halo-1,2,3-triazines with superoxide; synthesis of 5-hydroxy-1,2,3-triazlnes

Article abstract of DOI:10.1016/S0040-4039(00)97380-5

5-Halo-1,2,3-triazines were allowed to react with electrolytically produced superoxide to give 5-hydroxy-1,2,3-triazines. Reaction with hydroxide anion gave ring opening products, therefore this substitution was specific for superoxide.