Synlett 2007(13): 2006-2010  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-984883
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Alkoxycarbonylation Reactions Performed Using Near-Stoichiometric Quantities of CO

Chad M. Kormos, Nicholas E. Leadbeater*
Department of Chemistry, University of Connecticut, 55 North Eagleville Road, Storrs, CT 06269-3060, USA
Fax: +1(860)4862981; e-Mail: nicholas.leadbeater@uconn.edu;
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Received 14 May 2007
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12. Juli 2007 (online)

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Abstract

Alkoxycarbonylation reactions using near-stoichio­metric quantities of carbon monoxide gas are presented. The reactions are performed using microwave heating which, as well as the inherent advantages of rate acceleration, offers a convenient method for loading vessels with gases.