Radical 5-exo cyclization of alkynoates with 2-oxoacetic acids for synthesis of 3-acylcoumarins?

Organic Chemistry Frontiers Pub Date: 2015-03-31 DOI: 10.1039/C5QO00029G

Abstract

A silver-promoted decarboxylative annulation of alkynoates with 2-oxoacetic acids leading to the formation of 3-acyl-4-arylcoumarins is reported. The process involves radical decarboxylative acylation, 5-exo cyclization, and ester migration.

Graphical abstract: Radical 5-exo cyclization of alkynoates with 2-oxoacetic acids for synthesis of 3-acylcoumarins
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