Activation and synthetic applications of thiostannanes. A new method for synthesis of thio- and selenoglycosides

Article abstract of DOI:10.1016/0040-4039(92)88060-I

Exposure of thiostannane to acetyl or methyl glycosides in the presence of a catalytic amount of Bu₂Sn(OTf)₂ provides thioglycosides in good yields. Selenoglycosidation is achieved in a like manner by use of selenostannane.