Application of stereoselective ether transfer to the synthesis of isotactic polyethers

J Org Chem. 2010 Jun 18;75(12):3953-7. doi: 10.1021/jo100094d.

Abstract

An efficient, convergent synthetic strategy has been developed which enables the synthesis of a series of naturally occurring isotactic polymethoxy compounds. Ether transfer followed by a hydride workup enables simultaneous, diastereoselective production of two methoxy centers in a single step. High yields and diastereoselectivity are observed even in stereochemically rich, polyoxygenated systems. Direct generation of bis-methyl ether moieties from methoxymethyl ethers minimizes the need for typical protective group strategies and the use of expensive methyl transfer reagents. Moreover, the simultaneous generation of a terminal primary iodide serves as a coupling partner for the generation of higher order congeners.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Ethers / chemical synthesis*
  • Ethers / chemistry*
  • Malates / chemistry
  • Molecular Structure
  • Polymers / chemical synthesis*
  • Polymers / chemistry
  • Stereoisomerism

Substances

  • Ethers
  • Malates
  • Polymers
  • malic acid