Halogenated fullerenes as precursors for the synthesis of functional derivatives of C₆₀ and C₇₀

The review is devoted to the use of halogenated fullerenes as precursors for the synthesis of functional derivatives of fullerenes C₆₀ and C₇₀. Data on chemical transformations of halogenated fullerenes C₆₀Cl₆, C₇₀Cl₈, C₇₀Cl₁₀, C₆₀F₁₈, C₆₀F₃₆ and C₆₀F₄₈ are described systematically, with the focus being placed on the preparation of compounds with valuable properties. In particular, new approaches to the synthesis of water-soluble fullerene derivatives are considered and prospects for their practical use in biomedicine are evaluated.

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