Desulfurization of benzylic mercaptans by triiron dodecacarbonyl under acidic and biphasic conditions

Article abstract of DOI:10.1016/0022-328X(85)87370-8

The biphasic reaction of benzylic mercaptans with triiron dodecacarbonyl, 48-50% tetrafluoroboric acid, and benzene affords desulfurized products in good to excellent yields. This reaction is superior to that effected in the presence of sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, a phase transfer agent for acidic processes.