Synfacts 2011(8): 0892-0892  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1260723
Metal-Mediated Synthesis
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Silyl Enol Ethers via Copper(II)-Catalyzed C-O Bond Formation

Contributor(s): Paul Knochel, Andreas J. Wagner
D. G. Chan, D. J. Winternheimer, C. A. Merlic*
University of California, Los Angeles, USA
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Publication History

Publication Date:
20 July 2011 (online)

Significance

Copper(II) acetate catalyzes the coupling of pinacol vinylboronates with silanols to produce silyl enol ethers.