2,2-Dimethyl-5-[(pyridin-2-yl­amino)­methyl­idene]-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione
2011

2,2-Dimethyl-5-[(pyridin-2-yl­amino)­methyl­idene]-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione

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Author Information

Author(s): Shi Jian-you, Li Jin-qi, Tong Rong-sheng, Lin He, Lu Chen

Primary Institution: Department of Pharmacy, Sichuan Academy of Medical Science and Sichuan Provincial, People’s Hospital, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China

Conclusion

The compound is a key intermediate for synthesizing 4(1H)-quinolone derivatives, which can be used as precursors for anti-malarial and anticancer agents.

Supporting Evidence

  • The title compound is an intermediate in the synthesis of 4(1H)-quinolone-based drugs.
  • These compounds can be used as precursors for anti-malarial and anticancer agents.

Takeaway

This study is about a chemical compound that can help make medicines to fight malaria and cancer.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by refluxing a mixture of 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione and methylorthoformate, followed by the addition of pyridin-2-amine.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536810053250

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