Pd-Catalyzed Difluoromethylation of Vinyl Bromides, Triflates, Tosylates, and Nonaflates

Pd-catalyzed difluoromethylation of di-, tri- or tetra-substituted vinyl bromides, triflates, tosylates and nonaflates under mild conditions is described. The reaction tolerates a wide range of functional groups, such as bromide, chloride, fluoride, ester, amine, nitrile, and protected carbonyl, thus providing a general route for the preparation of difluoromethylated alkenes.