Carotenoid synthesis by way of sulfones: synthesis of beta-carotene] |
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Authors: | A Fischli H Mayer |
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Abstract: | Sulfones, prepared from conjugated arylsulfonyl ylids and allylic halides, eliminate corresponding aryl sulfinates with formation of conjugated polyenes. Using this method β-carotene ( 8 ) has been synthesized. |
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