An improved synthesis for the complexes PtR 2(COD), [where COD = 1,5cyclooctadiene, R = I, CH 3, C 2H 5, CH 2C 6H 5, CH 2Si(CH 3) 3, C 6H 5] and the reactions with HCl (generated in situ) to give PtRCl(COD) are described. The coupling co... HC Clark,LE Ma...