Synthesis 1990; 1990(3): 207-208
DOI: 10.1055/s-1990-26830
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Electrochemical Oxidation of Benzyl Chlorides: A New Synthesis of 5-Methyl-2-Pyrazinecarboxylic Acid

G. P. Borsotti* , M. Foa', N. Gatti
  • *Instituto G. Donegani S. p. A., Via Fauser 4, I-28100 Novara, Italy
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17 September 2002 (online)

A new high yield and selective electrochemical oxidation of benzyl chlorides to the corresponding aromatic acids at the nickel hydroxide electrode is reported. The utility of this method is exemplified by the new synthesis of 5-methyl-2-pyrazinecarboxylic acid, an important pharmaceutical intermediate.

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