Reaction of lithium dialkylcuprates with β-alkoxy and β-alkylthio αβ-unsaturated carbonyl compounds

Authors:
  • GPGary H. Posner
    Gary H. Posner
  • DBDaniel J. Brunelle
    Daniel J. Brunelle
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Abstract
β-Alkoxy- and β-alkylthio-αβ-ethylenic esters and ketones are converted in high yield into β-alkyl-αβ-ethylenic esters and into ββ-dialkyl ketones using lithium dialkylcuprate reagents.