One-pot preparation of substituted pyrroles from α-diazocarbonyl compounds
2008

One-pot preparation of substituted pyrroles

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): da Silva Fernando de C, Fonseca Mauricio G, Rianelli Renata de S, Cunha Anna C, de Souza Maria C B V, Ferreira Vitor F

Primary Institution: Universidade Federal Fluminense

Hypothesis

The study investigates an efficient one-pot synthesis of substituted pyrroles from α-diazocarbonyl compounds.

Conclusion

The one-pot methodology for synthesizing substituted pyrroles is straightforward and effective.

Supporting Evidence

  • The synthesis produced various substituted pyrroles in moderate to good yields.
  • Different diazocompounds showed variations in reaction times and yields.
  • Isopropylamine led to lower yields due to steric hindrance.

Takeaway

The researchers found a simple way to make a type of chemical compound called pyrroles using a quick one-step process.

Methodology

The synthesis involved treating α-diazocarbonyl compounds with rhodium(II) acetate and butyl vinyl ether, followed by reaction with primary amines.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3762/bjoc.4.45

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