Tetrahedron

Electrosynthesis of 1, 2 diketones by reduction of aromatic esters at freshly metal coated electrodes: A novel coupling reaction

M Heintz, M Devaud, H Hébri, E Duñach, M Troupel

Index: Heintz, Monique; Devaud, Marguerite; Hebri, Hassan; Dunach, Elisabet; Troupel, Michel Tetrahedron, 1993 , vol. 49, # 11 p. 2249 - 2252

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Abstract

The one-step electrosynthesis of 1, 2 aryldiketones has been achieved by constant current electrolysis of aromatic esters in an undivided cell fitted with a cadmium coated cathode and a sacrificial magnesium anode. Evidence is given for a role of Mg2+ ions in the pathway of the reaction.