Synthesis 1986; 1986(10): 870-871
DOI: 10.1055/s-1986-31814
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A Convenient Preparation of Ethyl Vinyl Ketone

Brian Byrne* , Karl J. Wengenroth
  • *Research & Development Department, Hercules/PFW Division, Middletown, NY, 10940, U. S. A.
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Publication Date:
20 August 2002 (online)

A four-step synthesis of ethyl vinyl ketone conveniently gives 67% overall yield.