Synthesis 2012(4): 579-584  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0031-1289671
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Stereoselective Synthesis of (4S,6S)-6-Hydroxy-4-undecanolide: A Pheromone of the Giant White Butterfly Idea leuconoe

Jhillu Singh Yadav*a,b, Poli Adi Narayana Reddya, Hissana Athera, Alleni Suman Kumara, Attaluri R. Prasada, Basi V. Subba Reddya, Ahmad Al Khazimb
a Pheromone Group, Natural product Chemistry Division, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad 500007, India
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b Engineer Abdullah Baqshan for Bee Research, King Saudi University, Saudi Arabia
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Publication History

Received 11 October 2011
Publication Date:
16 January 2012 (online)

Abstract

The stereoselective synthesis of (4S,6S)-6-hydroxy-4-undecanolide, a major pheromone component in the secretion of Idea leuconoe has been accomplished employing Prins cyclization to produce anti-1,3-diols and hydroboration/oxidation of terminal olefin to introduce primary alcohol as the key steps.