We have developed a novel procedure for the oxidative cleavage of indole carbon double bonds in the presence of H2O2 using plant cell cultures as a catalytic system. The oxidative procedure has some advantages, such as mild reactions, good yields, easy work-up and safety. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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