Organomagnesium and Organomercury Compounds

The reaction of 2-bromomagnesiumthiophene with rer/-butyl peroxy-benzoate gives 2-tert-butoxythiophene, which, on acid-catalyzed thermal decomposition, yields 2-hydroxy thiophene (equation 610) [255]. 

Secondary organomercury chlorides are oxidized with ozone to ketones in fair yields. Primary organomercurials usually give mixtures of acids resulting from deeper oxidation (equation 611) [114]. 

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Before following the procedures outlined in this chapter, readers should refer to the original reference for any specific handling practice that may be cited. Chemists should also refer to the manufacturer s material safety data sheet for any additional handling precautions. 

Although many oxidation reactions and oxidizing agents have some degree of hazard associated with their use, the procedures marked with the hazard symbol may require special caution. 

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