Synlett 1992; 1992(12): 992-994
DOI: 10.1055/s-1992-21559
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The Synthesis of α-Pinene Derived C2 Symmetric, Optically Active 1,2-Diols

Richard H. Wallace* , Yansong Lu, Jinchu Liu, Jerry L. Atwood
  • *Department of Chemistry, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487, USA
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Publication Date:
08 March 2002 (online)

The synthesis of C2 symmetric, optically active diols 6 and 7 from α-pinene is described. The preparation involves the osmium tetroxide oxidation of alkene 5, prepared in good yield by a McMurry coupling of aldehyde 4.

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