European Journal of Organic Chemistry · 2011 · 11 citations · 12 references
Natural SciencesChemistryCatalysisOrganic ChemistryHeterocycle SynthesisHeterocyclic ChemistryHeterocyclic CompoundsOrganic SynthesisKetonesMild Reaction ConditionsOxazole ChemistryOxazole Synthesis
Abstract Synthesis of 4‐hydroxy‐2‐oxazolidinone derivatives was accomplished from the reaction of α‐hydroxy ketones with isocyanates in the presence of a catalytic amount of a tin alkoxide. The reactions proceeded under mild conditions and are highly atom economical.
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