Synthesis 1986; 1986(5): 378-379
DOI: 10.1055/s-1986-31640
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A Convenient Method for the Preparation of Methyl trans-4-Oxo-2-alkenoates

O. G. Kulinkovich* , I. G. Tischenko, J. N. Romashin, L. N. Savitskaya
  • *Belorussian State University named after V. I. Lenin, Department of Chemistry, CCCP-220080 Minsk, U. S. S. R.
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Publication Date:
27 September 2002 (online)

Methyl trans-4-oxo-2-alkenoates are synthesized in 64-93% yields by successive treatment of 5-substituted 2,2-dimethoxy-2,3-dihydrofurans with N-bromosuccinimide in aqueous acetone and triethylamine in ether.

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