Synlett 2010(18): 2721-2724  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1259010
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Formal Synthesis of AB3217-A from Anisomycin Using a Directed Benzylic Oxidation

Julie Touega, Christopher R. A. Godfrey*a, Jane E. Wibleyb
a Syngenta Crop Protection Münchwilen AG, WST-820.1.15, Schaffhauserstrasse, 4332 Stein, Switzerland
e-Mail: chris.godfrey@syngenta.com;
b Syngenta Crop Protection Jealott’s Hill International Research Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire, R42 6EY, UK
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Received 9 September 2010
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22. Oktober 2010 (online)

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Abstract

A formal synthesis of the insecticidal natural product AB3217-A involving an unusual diastereoselective benzylic oxidation is described.