Sequential Michael addition/retro-Claisen condensation of aromatic β-diketones with α,β-unsaturated esters: an approach to obtain 1,5-ketoesters
2016 ◽
Vol 14
(8)
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pp. 2390-2394
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Keyword(s):
One Pot
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A K2CO3-catalyzed one-pot protocol involving sequential C–C bond formation and cleavage of aromatic β-diketones with α,β-unsaturated esters is developed to obtain 1,5-ketoesters, proceeding smoothly under mild conditions in up to 98% isolated yield.