straightforward and general synthesis of nitroolefins fromnitricoxide (NO) and olefins is presented. The direct nitration of aromatic olefins, allyl compounds, and acrylic acid derivatives proceeds smoothly at room temperature with high regioselectivity and good yields. The advantages of this novel procedure compared to established nitration procedures are demonstrated.
Oxone® (2KHSO5·KHSO4·K2SO4) was used to promote the nitration of alkenes and alkynes with sodium nitrite (NaNO2) and potassium iodide (KI). This stable, easy-to-handle, and environmentally benign oxidant was used under mild conditions (room temperature) and provided short reaction times. Styrene derivatives that did not contain electron-donating groups afforded the corresponding nitro alkenes in moderate