Electrophilic condensation of pyrimidines with cyclic ketones

On Lee, Hui Po Wang*

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Abstract

Electrophilic condensation of pyrimidines with cyclic ketones was investigated. As nucleophiles, the degree of ionization of pyrimidines in acidic media and the electron density on the C-5 determined the reactivity. An electron-rich nitrogen at the 4-position of cyclic ketones facilitated the reaction. This method is facile for the synthesis of 5-vinyl substituted pyrimidines as k(cat) antifolates.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)6401-6404
Number of pages4
JournalTetrahedron Letters
Volume38
Issue number36
DOIs
StatePublished - 08 09 1997
Externally publishedYes

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