Acetic Acid → 7-Acetoxy-2-(5-methoxyhept-1-y)bicyclo[3.3.0]octane

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The procedure followed is the same as that described in -7- Example 24 substituting 2-(5-methoxyhept-1-yl)bicyclo[3.3.0]-7-octanol {octahydro-4-(5-methoxyheptyl)-2-pentalenol} (1.0 g, 4.0 mmoles), and glacial acetic acid (7 ml). The product is kugelrohred under reduced pressure leaving a clear, colorless oil (0.7 g, 2.5 mmoles).

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