Mander, L. N.,O'Sullivan, T. P.;

2003

January

Synlett

An exploration of the potential of 4+2 cycloadditions of alpha-pyrones with indenones for the synthesis of the norditerpenoid tropone, Harringtonolide.

Validated

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9

1367

1369

The Diels-Alder reactions of 5-methoxyindenones with various alpha-pyrones provide the basis for a new and more efficient approach to the synthesis of the unusual nor-diterpenoid tropone, harringtonolide.

0936-5214

10.1055/s-2003-40326