In the course of studies directed toward the synthesis of new tubulin polymerization
inhibitors, several benzothiadiazine derivatives were prepared. The oxidative dehydrogenation
reaction with DDQ unexpectedly led to heteroannulation and chlorination of the benzothiadiazine
tricycles. A rationale for their formation is proposed.
Key words
benzothiadiazine - oxidative dehydrogenation - heteroannulation - radical reaction
- diastereoselectivity