Stereoselective synthesis of 1,6-diazecanes by a tandem aza-Prins type dimerization and cyclization process

Chem Commun (Camb). 2022 Dec 22;59(1):82-85. doi: 10.1039/d2cc05133h.

Abstract

We report the stereocontrolled synthesis of 1,6-diazecanes via a tandem aza-Prins type reaction of N-acyliminium ions with allylsilanes. It involves an aza-Prins type dimerization and cyclization in a single-step operation. This reaction represents the first example of 10-membered N-heterocycle synthesis using an aza-Prins reaction. Also, the interesting formation of an unusual tetracyclic compound through further cyclization of 1,6-diazecane and bicyclic compounds by the intramolecular cyclization of linear allylsilane are described. This tandem aza-Prins protocol provides a new synthetic strategy for the direct synthesis of medium-sized nitrogen heterocycles.

MeSH terms

  • Bridged Bicyclo Compounds*
  • Cyclization
  • Dimerization
  • Molecular Structure
  • Stereoisomerism

Substances

  • Bridged Bicyclo Compounds