Solvent-Free, One-Pot Conjugate Addition of Benzyl Bromides to β-Nitro­alkenes Mediated by Magnesium Powder

Abstract

A convenient and efficient methodology for conjugate addition of benzyl bromides to β-nitrostyrenes mediated by magnesium powder in one pot under solvent-free conditions at 0 ˚C has been developed. Advantages of this method are excellent yields, short reaction times, operational simplicity, and avoidance of the use of organic solvents.

Key words

β-nitrostyrenes - benzyl bromide - conjugate addition - solvent-free - magnesium powder

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