| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5230568 | Tetrahedron | 2007 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
We have developed a gold(I)-catalyzed intramolecular cyclization of γ- and δ-alkyne acids in mild conditions yielding various alkylidene lactones. Whereas a slight electronic effect of the R group was observed on the regioselectivity, bulky substituents on the R group bearing the alkyne strongly modify the reactivity. The cycloisomerization of o-alkynylbenzoic methyl esters was achieved rather with AuCl3 as catalyst owing the presence of water affording exclusively the isocoumarins.
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