Formation of unsymmetrical 1,4-enediones via a focusing domino strategy: cross-coupling of 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds and methyl ketones or terminal aryl alkenes

Org Lett. 2010 Apr 16;12(8):1856-9. doi: 10.1021/ol100473f.

Abstract

A highly efficient synthesis of unsymmetrical 1,4-enediones from 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds and methyl ketones or terminal aryl alkenes has been developed via a focusing domino strategy. Simple and readily available starting materials, mild reaction conditions, and a very simple operation are advantages of the reaction, which allow straightforward synthesis of a variety of unsymmetrical 1,4-enediones.