An efficient Sn(ii)-catalyzed one-pot synthesis of a 3-substituted azetidine-2,4-dione framework
2017 ◽
Vol 15
(11)
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pp. 2385-2391
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Keyword(s):
One Pot
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A novel Sn(ii)-catalyzed tandem cyclization reaction of aromatic aldehydes with ethyl cyanoacetate has been achieved to afford a series of 3-substituted azetidine-2,4-diones in good to excellent yields.