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Synthesis 1987; 1987(4): 408-409
DOI: 10.1055/s-1987-27966
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Oxidation of γ-Lactones to γ-Oxocarboxylic Acids at the Nickel Hydroxide Electrode

Heinrich Ruholl* , Hans -J. Schäfer
  • *Organisch-Chemisches Institut der Universität, Orleans Ring 23, D-4400 Münster, West Germany
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20 August 2002 (online)

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γ-Lactones are oxidized to γ-oxocarboxylic acids with excellent yields by electrolysis at an oxide covered nickel-net electrode in an aqueous alkaline electrolyte and an undivided cell.