A phosphine-mediated reaction of cyclic 1,2-diones and 3-alkyl allenoates: an efficient protocol for benzannulation applicable to the synthesis of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

A phosphine-mediated reaction of cyclic 1,2-diones and 3-alkyl allenoates: an efficient protocol for benzannulation applicable to the synthesis of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.