The synthesis of (+/-)-1-ethylenedioxy-trans-2-(beta-R,S-hydroxypropyl)-3-(beta-acetoxyethyl)cyclopentane

Farmaco Sci. 1977 Feb;32(2):156-8.

Abstract

The synthesis of (+/-)-1-ethylenedioxy-trans-2-(beta-R,S-hydroxypropyl)-3-(beta-acetoxyethyl)cyclopentane (IV), starting from (+/-)-1-ethylenedioxy-trans-2-propargyl-3-(beta-hydroxyethyl)cyclopentane (I) by indirect hydration with mercuric acetate and hydrogen sulphide, is reported.

MeSH terms

  • Alkynes
  • Cyclopentanes / chemical synthesis*
  • Dioxoles / chemical synthesis
  • Mercury
  • Sulfides

Substances

  • Alkynes
  • Cyclopentanes
  • Dioxoles
  • Sulfides
  • Mercury