Methyl 4′-benzyl-2,2′-dimethyl-1,3-dioxo-2,3-dihydro-1H,4′H-spiro­[iso­quinoline-4,5′-oxazole]-4′-carboxyl­ate
2011

Crystal Structure of a New Isoquinoline Compound

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Fun Hoong-Kun, Quah Ching Kheng, Huang Chengmei, Yu Haitao

Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia

Hypothesis

The title compound may have potential use in biochemical and pharmaceutical fields.

Conclusion

The crystal structure of the title compound reveals a half-boat conformation of the isoquinoline ring system.

Supporting Evidence

  • The title compound is derived from isoquinoline-1,3,4-trione and oxazoles.
  • It exhibits a half-boat conformation in its isoquinoline ring system.
  • Molecules are linked via intermolecular hydrogen bonds into layers.
  • The study contributes to the understanding of spirocyclic oxindoles.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a new chemical compound to see how it is structured. They found that it has a unique shape that might be useful in medicine.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and purified, followed by X-ray crystallography to determine its structure.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S160053681101899X

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