Abstract
An efficient one-pot multi-component synthesis of flavans using perchloric acid supported on silica as a recyclable heterogeneous catalyst has been described. This is the first report of direct one-step construction of a flavan skeleton from a phenolic precursor. The method involves a Knoevenagel-type condensation leading to in situ formation of transient O-quinone methide which further undergoes [4 + 2]-Diels-Alder cycloaddition with styrene to yield a flavan skeleton. The method provides easy access to a wide range of bio-active natural products viz. flavonoids, anthocyanins and catechins.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 5143-5150 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 26 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 14 Jul 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |