Acetic Anhydride → Ethyl 2-(2-chloro-4-iodo-benzoyl)-3-ethoxy-acrylate

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md) 53.7 g of ethyl 3-(2-chloro-4-iodo-phenyl)-3-oxo-propionate are heated to boiling under reflux for 4 hrs. with 40 g of triethyl orthoformate and 46.1 g of acetic anhydride. The volatile constituents are distilled off in a water-jet vacuum and finally in a high vacuum. 55.9 g (90%) of ethyl 2-(2-chloro-4-iodo-benzoyl)-3-ethoxy-acrylate are obtained as a yellowish oil. Mass spectrum: peaks inter alia at 408 (M+, 4%), 373 (67%), 342 (14%), 335 (100%).

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