Selective synthesis, structure and oxidation properties of isomeric 1,4-dithiins fused to two benzo[b]thiophenes

Two novel isomers of 1,4-dithiins fused to two benzo[b]thiophenes on both sides were obtained by selective synthetic methods via the corresponding sulfides. The crystal structures of two dithiins were determined by X-ray crystallographic analyses. Examination of oxidation properties of the dithiins showed interesting results by CV measurement. The ESR spectra of chemically oxidized dithiins indicated formation of stable radical cations.