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15.12 : Reactions of α-Halocarbonyl Compounds: Nucleophilic Substitution

Nucleophilic substitution in α-halocarbonyl compounds can be achieved via an SN2 pathway. The reaction in α-haloketones is generally carried out with less basic nucleophiles. The use of strong basic nucleophiles leads to the generation of α-⁠haloenolate ions, which often participate in other side reactions.

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However, α-haloacids undergo SN2 reactions with strong basic nucleophiles. Under this condition, the base abstracts the acidic proton of the acid forming its conjugate base. The anion further participates in a substitution reaction, and the final acidification results in α-substituted acids.

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In α-halocarbonyl compounds, nucleophilic substitution via an SN1 pathway is forbidden, as it generates less stable α-carbocation intermediate.

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