Synthesis 2004(9): 1349-1352  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-822381
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Synthesis of 5-Acetyl-2-pyridones via Nucleophilic Addition of β-Keto Esters to Alkynyl Imines

Iwao Hachiya, Kana Ogura, Makoto Shimizu*
Department of Chemistry for Materials, Mie University, Tsu, Mie 514-8507, Japan
Fax: +81(59)2319413; e-Mail: mshimizu@chem.mie-u.ac.jp;
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Publication History

Received 19 April 2004
Publication Date:
18 May 2004 (online)

Abstract

The synthesis of 5-acetyl-2-pyridones via the nucleophilic addition of β-keto esters to alkynyl imines is reported.