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A protocol for synthesizing symmetrical thioethers by using a cheap organosulfur reagent (tetramethylthiuram monosulfide: TMTM) was developed. Both iodobenzenes and phenylboronic acids react well with TMTM, giving the target products with good to excellent yields. This method features simple performance, wide functional group tolerance, and good to excellent yields, showing a potential application value for the synthesis of drug molecules. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A highly efficient method for the synthesis of S -aryl dithiocarbamates is reported. By using tetramethylthiuram monosulfide (TMTM) and aryl boronic acids as starting materials, C(sp2)–S bond-forming reactions proceed smoothly to give the desired aryl dithiocarbamates in good to excellent yields. The methodology features a simple procedure, broad functional group tolerance and excellent yields, whilst showing potential synthetic value for the preparation of a diverse range of biologically and pharmaceutically active compounds. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]