The synthesis of medium-chain-length β-hydroxy esters in good yield via the Reformatsky
reaction is described. This work will be used as the basis for further investigation
of hydroxyalkanoate polymers as potential feedstock for biofuel production.
Key words
Reformatsky reaction - biosynthesis - polyhydroxyalkanoate - biofuel - 3-hydroxy esters
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