New methods and reagents in organic synthesis. 43. A new synthesis of tert-butyl peroxycarboxylates using diethyl phosphorocyanidate (DEPC).

Abstract

Condensation of carboxylic acids with tert-butyl hydroperoxide has been smoothly achieved by the use of diethyl phosphorocyanidate and triethylamine under mild reaction conditions, giving tert-butyl peroxycarboxylates in good yields.