Copper-catalyzed synthesis of 1,3,5-triarylpentane-1,5-diones from alpha, beta-unsaturated ketones

摘要

An efficient method for copper catalyzed synthesis of 1,3,5-triarylpentane-1,5-diones using alpha, beta-unsaturated ketones as unique starting materials is described. The protocol offers several advantages such as simple, inexpensive reagents, mild reaction conditions and simple work-up procedure.