18F-Labeling of Aryl-SCF3, -OCF3and -OCHF2with [18F]Fluoride

We report that halogenophilic silver(I) triflate permits halogen exchange (halex) nucleophilic 18F‐fluorination of aryl‐OCHFCl, ‐OCF2Br and ‐SCF2Br precursors under mild conditions. This AgI‐mediated process allows for the first time access to a range of 18F‐labeled aryl‐OCHF2, ‐OCF3 and ‐SCF3 derivatives, inclusive of [18F]riluzole. The 18F‐labeling of these medicinally important motifs expands the radiochemical space available for PET applications.