Synfacts 2008(4): 0408-0408  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1042815
Metal-Mediated Synthesis
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A Nucleophilic Iron(II) Catalyst for Transesterifications

Contributor(s): Paul Knochel, Tobias Thaler
S. Magens, M. Ertelt, A. Jatsch, B. Plietker*
Universität Stuttgart, Germany
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Publication History

Publication Date:
19 March 2008 (online)

Significance

A novel transesterification protocol involving a nucleophilic Fe(II) catalyst is presented in this communication. Though limited in scope, this procedure provides an important new insight into the role and applicability of Fe(II) complexes in organic synthesis.