Paal-Knorr Thiophene Synthesis

Paal-Knorr Thiophene Synthesis

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The condensation of 1,4-dicarbonyl compounds with sulfur sources gives thiophenes. Phosphorus pentasulfide (P4S10) and the Lawesson’s reagent are typically used as the sulfur source.

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The experiment should be carried out carefully since the reaction generates highly toxic hydrogen sulfide gas.

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 Paal-Knorr Pyrrole Synthesis

Hinsberg Thiophene Synthesis

Gewald Thiophene Synthesis

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Thiophene – Wikipedia

Paal thiophene synthesis (organic-chemistry.org)

Synthesis of thiophene (organic-chemistry.org)

Paal-Knorr Synthtesis – Wikipedia

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