Green synthesis of various saturated S-heterocyclic scaffolds: an update

Development of reliable and eco-friendly novel schemes for the synthesis of organic compounds is an important step in the field of organic and medicinal chemistry. Green chemistry-based strategies involving use of catalysts, green solvents, atom economic reactions etc. play a key role because of their exceptional ability to minimize the toxicity or hazards of the side products and processes. With the use of these green techniques, a number of researchers were able to synthesis a wide range of heterocyclic compounds. This chapter highlights the potential and diverse biological activities of saturated sulphur containing heterocyclic compounds including thiirane, thiane, thiolane and many more. The aim of this chapter is to provide fresh perspective on the various techniques employed for the formation of C-S bond by summarizing all green synthesis from 2016 to 2021.