ABSTRACT
A two step conversion of phenyl glyoxylates to 2-aryl-propionates has been accomplished. Esters of phenylglyoxylic acid have been converted to corresponding β,β-dichlorostyrenes. These on further reduction gave esters of 2-arylpropionic acids.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
We thank Dr. H.R. Sonawane, NCL, Pune for helpful discussions.