Synlett 2001; 2001(6): 0863-0865
DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-14587
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Bismuth(III)-Catalyzed Synthesis of Dihydropyrimidinones: Improved Protocol Conditions for the Biginelli Reaction

K. Ramalinga* , P. Vijayalakshmi, T. N. B. Kaimal
  • *Oils & Fats Division, Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad-500-007, India; Fax + 91-40-7 17 33 70; E-mail: kaimal@iict.ap.nic.in
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Publication Date:
31 December 2001 (online)

An efficient synthesis of 3,4-dihydropyrimidines using bismuth chloride as a catalyst from an aldehyde, β-keto ester and urea in acetonitrile is described. Compared to the classical Biginelli reaction conditions, this new method consistently has the advantage of good yields (56-97%).