Natural Science Forum / Chemistry / Organic Synthesis / April 2006

I need to make acrylate derivatives containing benzyl groups on the
alpha position.  The simplest process I can think of is to use the
titled reaction but all literature seems to show only acyl groups as
the electrophile.  Am I missing something here or am I completely off

Hello frineds,
  Could anyone guide me on synthesis of 5-bromo & chloro anthranilic
acid. Please give me the patent nos if you find them.
Thanks

Does anybody know the specific electron-pushing mechanism for removing
a THP ether or where I could possibly find it? I can't seem to find it
anywhere.. Any help would be appreciated.. Thanks..