Electrochemical α-thiolation and azidation of 1,3-dicarbonyls

A highly efficient electrochemical α-thiolation and azidation of 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds is developed. This electrochemical process is conducted under mild conditions without the use of a chemical oxidant, and exhibits a wide scope with good functional group tolerance. The applicability of this methodology was successfully demonstrated by modifying an anti-inflammatory drug on a gram scale.