ChemInform Abstract: Catalytic Epoxidation of Alkenes with Oxone.

Abstract

Catalytic Epoxidation of Alkenes with Oxone. -Optimal conditions are established for the epoxidation of alkenes (9 examples) with conversions of 96-100% by in situ generated dioxiranes with OPTF acting as phase transfer catalyst and potassium monoperoxosulfate (Oxone) as oxidant. Slow addition rate, pH 7.5-8.0, the N-dodecyl chain in OPTF, and the triflate counterion are identified as the key experimental and structural variables. -(DENMARK, S. E.; FORBES, D. C.; HAYS, D. S.; DEPUE, J. S.; WILDE, R. G.; J. Org.