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Exploration of Forbidden Povarov Processes as a Source of Unexpected Reactivity: A Multicomponent Mannich–Ritter Transformation†
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This work was supported by DGICYT—Spain (projects BQUCTQ2009-07758 and SAF2011-27642), Generalitat de Catalunya (projects 2009SGR 1024 and 298), CESCA, and Grupo Ferrer (Barcelona, Spain).
Abstract

When a door closes, a window opens! The use of geometrically or electronically restricted imines for Povarov-type processes does not afford the anti-Bredt tetrahydroquinolines, but leads instead to highly functionalized structures through novel reaction pathways (see picture; LA=Lewis acid). The exploration of “forbidden” routes constitutes a valuable approach in the search for new multicomponent reactions.