Abstract

A simple and efficient methodology has been developed for the one-pot preparation of α-methylene-γ-butyrolactones by free-radical induced Barbier-type reaction of methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate and aldehydes followed by in situ lactonization. The radical initiator titanocene(III) chloride (Cp 2TiCl) was easily generated in situ from commercially available Cp 2TiCl 2 and activated zinc dust in THF. Ketones remained unaffected under the reaction conditions.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.