Copper-catalyzed synthesis of 1,3,5-triarylpentane-1,5-diones from α,β-unsaturated ketones†
Abstract
An efficient method for copper catalyzed synthesis of 1,3,5-triarylpentane-1,5-diones using α,β-unsaturated ketones as unique starting materials is described. The protocol offers several advantages such as simple, inexpensive reagents, mild reaction conditions and simple work-up procedure.