Olefins of the formula R1XC:CR2R3 were prepd. by removal of a proton from a betaine-like intermediate, (Ph)3P+-CHR1CR2R3O-, and subsequent treatment with the desired X+. Thus, 1 mole PhLi and the phosphonium salt, (Ph)3PCH2R1.HCl, in 3 parts Et2O and 1 par ...
(Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik AG).1968