Stereoselective preparation of (Z)-2-(trialkylsilyloxy)-2-alkenals by retrocycloaddition reactions of 4H-4-alkyl-5-(trialkylsilyloxy)-1,3-dioxins. Useful reactants for Lewis acid catalyzed [4 + 3] cyclizations

Ronald A. Aungst, Raymond L. Funk

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Abstract

(matrix presented) Retrocycloadditions of 4H-4-alkyl-5-(trialkylsilyloxy)-1,3-dioxins proceed smoothly in refluxing toluene to afford (Z)-2-(trialkylsilyloxy)-2-alkenals with complete stereoselectivity. These enals undergo Sasaki-type [4 + 3] cyclizations with dienes in the presence of Lewis acids, in many instances with excellent regio- and/or stereoselectivity.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)3553-3555
Number of pages3
JournalOrganic Letters
Volume3
Issue number22
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 1 2001

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Biochemistry
  • Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry

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