Reaction of C2-symmetrical dialkoxysilanes R1O-Si(R2)2-OR1 with the two Vilsmeier-Haack complexes POCl3·DMF and (CF3SO2)2O·DMF: An efficient one-step conversion to the corresponding formates R1-OCHO

Y. Cohen, V. Kotlyar, S. Koeller, J. P. Lellouche

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Abstract

The two electrophilic Vilsmeier-Haack complexes POCl3·DMF 1 and (CF3SO2)2O·DMF 2 react with C2-symmetrical dialkoxysilanes R1O-Si(R2)2-OR1 (R1=(-)-menthyl or 3β-cholesteryl, R2=Me, Ph or i-Pr: 5a-c/6a-c) affording the formates R1-OCHO 7 and 8 in medium to good yields depending on conditions. The scope and limitations of this novel one-step deprotection of C2-symmetrical silaketals to formates are described.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1543-1546
Number of pages4
JournalSynlett
Issue number10
DOIs
StatePublished - 2001

Keywords

  • Deprotection
  • Formates
  • Formylation
  • Protecting group inter-conversion
  • Vilsmeier-Haack complexes

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