Synlett 2009(7): 1034-1040  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1088219
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The Use of Butyl Organotellurides in the Synthesis of Natural Bioactive Compounds

Edison P. Wendler, Alcindo A. Dos Santos*
Departamento de Química, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, São Carlos, SP, CEP 13565-905, Brazil
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Publication History

Received 22 June 2008
Publication Date:
20 March 2009 (online)

Abstract

The use of organotellurides as precursors of organo­metallic compounds and as counterparts in catalyzed cross-coupling reactions in the total synthesis of natural bioactive products is presented.

1 Introduction

2 Tellurium-Lithium Exchange Reactions

3 Tellurium-Copper Exchange Reactions

4 Cross-Coupling Reactions Based on Organotellurides

5 Final Considerations