Synlett 1994; 1994(9): 721-722
DOI: 10.1055/s-1994-22984
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Intramolecular Free Radical Addition to Furans: A New Synthesis of Cyclopentenes and Spirocyclic Ethers

Philip J. Parsons* , Max Penverne, Ivan L. Pinto
  • *Department of chemistry, University of Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 2AD, England
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Publication Date:
18 September 2002 (online)

The intramolecular addition of carbon centred radicals to furans has been studied which can result in a tandem radical addition/fragmentation sequence which is useful for the synthesis of five membered carbocyclic rings.

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