AD-mix-α is a reagent used for Sharpless Asymmetric Dihydroxylation reactions.
Uses
Catalyst employed in the Sharpless Asymmetric Dihyroxylation of (E,E)- or (E,Z)-1,3-dienoates. Also used in the preparation of ?-hydroxy-γ-lactones from ?,γ-unsaturated esters.