Synlett 1998; 1998(12): 1435-1437
DOI: 10.1055/s-1998-1946
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Sequential Free Radical Reactions with Xanthates: Cyclopentane Ring Annulation

V. Maslak* , ž. Čeković, R. N. Saičić
  • *Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, Studentski trg 16, P.O. Box 158, 11000 Belgrade, and ICTM, Center for Chemistry, Njegoseva 12, Belgrade, Yugoslavia; Fax (+) 381 11 636 061; E-mail: rsaicic@chem.bg.ac.yu
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Publication Date:
31 December 2000 (online)

In the presence of electron-rich alkenes, electro- and ambiphilic homoallylic radicals, generated by homolytic decomposition of the corresponding xanthates, undergo annulation with inverse electron-demand, and afford cyclopentane derivatives in moderate to good yields.

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