Selective isomerization of 1-alkenes by binary metal carbonyl compounds
An efficient and selective isomerization of 1-alkenes to their corresponding 2-alkenes is achieved by using binary metal carbonyls such as Ru-3(CO)(12) as catalysts. Possible mechanisms are discussed. Substituents on the 1-alkene have a significant effect on the isomerization. (C) 2008 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
