Synthesis 2010(15): 2547-2552  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1218826
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A Concise Synthesis of Natural Benzofuran Neolignans and Analogues

Xin-Fang Duan*, Gang Shen, Zhan-Bin Zhang
Department of Chemistry, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, P. R. of China
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Publication History

Received 23 March 2010
Publication Date:
17 June 2010 (online)

Abstract

The first total synthesis of four naturally occurring benzofuran neolignans and two analogues was achieved in four steps in 44-51% overall yield. Key steps involved a two-step construction of benzofuran nucleus and a Suzuki coupling. This synthesis has been proven straightforward and efficient, and more related analogues can be prepared for structure-activity relationship explorations.