MMZNiY-Catalyzed Tsuji-Trost Type of Reaction: A Selective Mono/Bis Allylation of Dicarbonyl Compounds

An alternative method to Pd-catalyzed Tsuji-Trost reaction is developed and it provides a simpler route for the selective synthesis of a broad range of mono-/bis-allylated and cinnamylated 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds using MMZ(NiY) catalyst at room temperature. Product selectivity can be controlled by the proper choice of catalyst. The catalyst was also well characterized by SEM, TEM, HRTEM, EDAX and X-ray analysis. Other advantages of catalyst like its ease of preparation, functional tolerance and its reusability are also highlighted.