Reaction Scheme
aryl halide + alkene -> substituted alkenePd catalyst, base, heat; often gives E-alkene products.
Primary reaction SMILES: Brc1ccccc1.C=CC(=O)OC>>COC(=O)C=Cc1ccccc1
Organic reaction
Heck Reaction
The Heck reaction forms substituted alkenes by palladium-catalyzed coupling of aryl or vinyl halides with alkenes.
Two Common Examples
Bromobenzene + methyl acrylate
Forms cinnamate-type ester products.
Aryl iodide + styrene
Forms stilbene derivatives under Pd/base conditions.
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