Organoiron complexes have been shown to be versatile intermediates for the synthesis of a variety of organic compounds. We have begun an investigation of neutral iron chelate complexes as synthetic intermediates and chiral templates to be used in the synthesis of important organics.
Some
Lactone Complexes Prepared
Examples
of
Lactam Complexes PreparedExamples
of 1-methyllactone complexes
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