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Synthetic Communications
An International Journal for Rapid Communication of Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Volume 40, 2010 - Issue 19
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Original Articles

Nickel Boride–Mediated Cleavage of 1,3-Dithiolanes: A Convenient Approach to Reductive Desulfurization

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Pages 2908-2913 | Received 06 Jun 2009, Published online: 25 Aug 2010
 

Abstract

1,3-Dithiolanes are rapidly cleaved by nickel boride, generating corresponding hydrocarbons in excellent yields. The hydrogenolysis is rapid at room temperature and does not require protection from the atmosphere. Mild reaction conditions, simple workup, and good yields of pure products are some of the major advantages of the procedure.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Financial assistance for the project by the University Grants Commission [Project No. F-32-203/2006 (SR)] and a junior research fellowship to D. M. by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research are gratefully acknowledged.

Notes

a The isolated product was identified as n-propyl benzene.

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