Visible Light-Driven, Photocatalyst-Free Arbuzov-Like Reaction via Arylazo Sulfones

A visible light-induced formation of Aryl-Phosphorous bonds starting from arylazo sulfones and triaryl (or trialkyl)phosphites in the absence of any photoredox catalyst and any additives was developed. This reaction showed a broad substrate scope and afforded (hetero)aryl phosphonates in good yields and in up to the gram scale.