A mild method for the trimethylsilyl trifluoromethanesulfonate (TMSOTf) catalyzed
one-pot synthesis of homoallyl ethers from aldehydes has been developed in the ionic
liquid 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate ([bmim] [OTf]). The advantages
of this method include the use of a recyclable ionic liquid, facile product isolation
without employing excess organic solvent, elimination of an aqueous waste stream,
and mild reaction conditions.
ionic liquids - homoallyl ethers - aldehydes - allylations