Novel, C2-symmetric 1,2-bis(phosphetano)benzene ligands (see figure) are readily synthesized from the corresponding diol cyclic sulfates. When complexed to ruthenium, they form powerful catalysts for highly selective hydrogenation of β-diketones.
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