Pd-Catalyzed Three-Component Coupling of Cyclopropenones via Sequential C-C Bond Activation and Allylation

Org Lett. 2024 May 24;26(20):4262-4267. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.4c01200. Epub 2024 May 9.

Abstract

A novel Pd-catalyzed three-component domino reaction for the stereoselective synthesis of highly functionalized allyl cinnamates has been developed. In this protocol, a sequential process of C-C bond activation and intermolecular allylic substitution was well-organized. The key for this transformation is the in situ generated hydrolysis product of cyclopropenone, which triggered a new reaction with vinylethylene carbonates. The reaction mechanism was investigated, demonstrating the high stereoselectivity and excellent atomic economy in this process.