| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55971 | Catalysis Today | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The synthesis of industrially important quinones as intermediates for vitamin syntheses is reviewed with special emphasis on recent developments in our own group.
Graphical abstractFigure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload high-quality image (115 K)Download as PowerPoint slideHighlights► Oxidation of arenes to quinones is industrial applied for vitamins K and E synthesis. ► Replacement of stochiometric by catalytic protocols is still a desired goal. ► Catalytic methods are summarized with special regard to the oxidant. ► Results on Ru- and Fe-systems for vitamin K3 and TMP synthesis are reported. ► Environmentally friendly hydrogen peroxide is applied.
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Authors
Konstanze Möller, Gerrit Wienhöfer, Felix Westerhaus, Kathrin Junge, Matthias Beller,