Converting gem-dimethyl groups into cyclopropanes via Pd-catalyzed sequential C-H activation and radical cyclization

Ramesh Giri, Masayuki Wasa, Steven P. Breazzano, Jin Quan Yu

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Abstract

(Diagram presented) A novel route to the synthesis of cyclopropane derivatives is described. 1,1-Dimethyls in 2-(1,1-dimethylalkyl) dimethyloxazolines are first converted into 1,3-diiodide derivatives via Pd-catalyzed sequential C-H activation and then radically cyclized to provide 2-(1-alkylcylclopropyl)-dimethyloxazolines. The use of EtOAc as a solvent is crucial for the diiodination of the functionalized substrates.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)5685-5688
Number of pages4
JournalOrganic Letters
Volume8
Issue number25
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 7 2006

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Biochemistry
  • Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry

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