Synthesis of Pyridine-SF4-Isoxazolines Using the Functionality of trans-Tetrafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl Rodlike Linkers

Org Lett. 2022 Jun 3;24(21):3755-3759. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.2c01046. Epub 2022 Apr 27.

Abstract

The tetrafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl (SF4) moiety has been relatively undeveloped since its discovery in the 1970s. In this study, we synthesized pyridine-SF4-isoxazolines, in which the two heterocycles are connected by a rodlike trans-SF4 linker, via the regioselective 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition of pyridine-SF4-alkynes and nitrones in the presence of triethylamine. SF4 linkers are a viable alternative to para-substituted benzenes, alkynes, and bicyclo[1.1.1]pentyl derivatives in drug design, and pyridine-SF4-isoxazolines have potential applications in drug development.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Alkynes*
  • Cycloaddition Reaction
  • Pyridines*

Substances

  • Alkynes
  • Pyridines