Advances in α‐Hydroxylation of β‐Dicarbonyl Compounds

The α‐hydroxy‐β‐dicarbonyl motif is essential in many biologically active compounds, sparking significant interest in their synthesis. This review comprehensively examines the advancements in the α‐hydroxylation of β‐dicarbonyl compounds, systematically categorizing the methods based on the types of oxidants employed and highlighting advances in asymmetric α‐hydroxylation. It evaluates the substrate scope, advantages, and disadvantages of each approach, summarizing the possible intermediates involved and the types of reaction mechanisms.