Abstract
A convenient trans-selective one-pot synthesis of tetrafunctionalized 2-imidazolines is described. Our approach to these valuable heterocyclic scaffolds involves a formal 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition between nitrile ylides or nitrilium triflates and imines. A detailed experimental study in combination with a high-level computational exploration of reaction routes reveals a plausible reaction pathway that accounts for the observed diastereoselectivity.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 5219-5226 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Journal of Organic Chemistry |
| Volume | 79 |
| Issue number | 11 |
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| Publication status | Published - 6 Jun 2014 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Organic Chemistry