Jie Hu, Xiang-Chuan Wang, Lina Guo
Jan 25, 2010
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Catalysis Communications
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Abstract Download : Download full-size image A variety of 2-aroyl(acyl, or carboxyl)-3-vinyl benzo[b]furans have been prepared via C–C bond formation in good to excellent yields by Pd/C-catalyzed cyclization/isomerization of propargylic compounds. The reaction proceeded with easily accessible starting materials and inexpensive catalyst under mild conditions. Furthermore, a number of benzo[b]furan derivatives including an allene functional group have been prepared too.