Catalytic conversion of (β,γ-unsaturated esters, amides and nitriles into γ-alkoxy or γ-hydroxy α,β-unsaturated derivatives induced by persulfate anion oxidation of diphenyl diselenide
Abstract
The reaction of β,γ-unsaturated esters, amides and nitriles with catalytic amounts of diphenyl diselenide and an excess of ammonium persulfate in alcohols or in water affords γ-alkoxy or γ-hydroxy α,β- unsaturated derivatives, respectively, in good yields.