Synlett 1996; 1996(9): 856-858
DOI: 10.1055/s-1996-5600
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Glycals as Ambident Electrophiles Towards Organometallic Nucleophiles. Stereoselective Synthesis of C(3)-Branched Carbohydrates

Simon N. Thorn, Timothy Gallagher*
  • *School of Chemistry, University of Bristol, Bristol BS8 1TS, U.K.
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Publication Date:
31 December 2000 (online)

Reaction of glycals with simple and functionalised alkyl Zn/Cu reagents in the presence of BF3.OEt2 leads to C(3)-branched carbohydrates with complete control of stereochemistry at C(3).

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