Abstract
A convergent, 10-step synthesis of optically active tabtoxinine β-lactam [(-)-1] has been described. Key features of the synthetic route include (1) preparation of a new γ-cation amino acid synthon, (-)-4, and its use as an electrophile (3 → 11); (2) the one-pot conversion of methyl sulfide 11 to the Cbz-protected amine 12 via stereoselective sulfilimine rearrangement; and (3) chemoselective lactone ring opening in spiro lactam 15a. Synthons (-)-4 and 3 are available on a semipreparative scale.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 128-132 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of Organic Chemistry |
Volume | 57 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 1992 |