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Synlett 1993; 1993(10): 755-757
DOI: 10.1055/s-1993-22597
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Indoloquinones, Part 1: Synthesis of 4,7-Dibenzyloxyindole and Selective Transformations to 4,7-Indoloquinones

Hans-Joachim Knölker* , Konrad Hartmann
  • *Institut für Organische Chemie, Universität Karlsruhe, Richard-Willstätter-Allee, 76131 Karlsruhe, Germany
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19 March 2002 (online)

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We report a five-step synthesis of 4,7-dibenzyloxyindole 6 which proceeds in high overall yield (53%). Different methods for introducing a tryptamine side chain onto 6 are discussed. Removal of the benzyl protecting groups provides an easy access to 4,7-indoloyuinones.

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