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Synthesis 1987; 1987(9): 845-846
DOI: 10.1055/s-1987-28099
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A Novel Method for the Synthesis of Methyl Indane-1-carboxylates by Ring Contraction of Tetralones Using Lead(IV) Acetate

F. M. Nongrum* , B. Myrboh
  • *Department of Chemistry, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong 793003, India
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12 September 2002 (online)

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A smooth ring contraction of the tetralones takes place with lead(IV) acetate in presence of boron trifluoride etherate and methanol to afford methyl indane-1-carboxylates in satisfactory yields. The method is extended to five- and seven-membered cyclic aromatic ketones.

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