Application of molybdenum hexacarbonyl in organic synthesis

Here, we describe the role of Mo(CO)6 in various organic transformations such as Pauson-Khand reaction, carbonyl insertion, epoxidation, oxidation, hydrogenation, reduction, [2 + 2+2] cycloaddition, and cyclization sequences. An overview of the reagent's utility and potential is presented in this review, which presents some natural products as well as other relevant compounds. Many reactions and processes are not possible if we use other catalysts. The reactions facilitated by Mo(CO)6 also improve the outcome positively.