Addition of Azaenolates to Simple, Unactivated Olefins

Abstract

An olefinic analogue of the aldol reaction makes possible the ready synthesis of ketones by coupling the three components: zinc hdrazone, olefin (e. g. ethylene or styrene), and electrophile E+ (see below). Fine-tuning the electronic properties of the carbometalated hydrazone is decisive for the success of this reaction.