Synthesis 1989; 1989(9): 685-687
DOI: 10.1055/s-1989-27357
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Unexpected Formation of 3,3,3-Trifluoropropyltriphenyl-phosphonium Bromide and Subsequent Wittig-Olefination

Jörg Ullmann* , Michael Hanack
  • *Institut für Organische Chemie, Lehrstuhl II, Universität Tübingen, Auf der Morgenstelle 18, D-7400 Tübingen, Federal Republic of Germany
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Publication Date:
17 September 2002 (online)

An unusual rearrangement during the reaction of 1,1,1-trifluoroisopropyl bromide with triphenylphosphine leads to 3,3,3-trifluoropropyl- triphenylphosphonium bromide, rendering the corresponding olefins accessible.

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