Journal of heterocyclic chemistry

Indole esters as heterocyclic synthons. III. Preparation and reactions of furo [3, 2??b] indoles

PC Unangst, ME Carethers

Index: Unangst, Paul C.; Carethers, Mary E. Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 1984 , vol. 21, p. 709 - 714

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Abstract

Abstract The preparation of furo [3, 2-b] indoles via Dieckmann cyclization is described. The precursor diesters were obtained from 3-hydroxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid esters and methyl or ethyl bromoacetate. Reactions of the furo [3, 2-b] indole enolic esters prepared are discussed.

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