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We report the green, sunlight-initiated radical conversion of aryl alkynoates to 3-iodocoumarins using NIS without the use of a catalyst or additive. Mechanistic studies indicate that the reaction proceeds through iodination, spirocyclization and ring expansion to form the kinetic product.
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