An Approach to Amino Ester Subunits of Tamiflu

Abstract

A two-step synthesis of amino cyclohexene carboxylic acid esters has been achieved in good overall yield from nitro phosphonate and unsaturated aldehydes.

Tamiflu - Michael addition - ring closure

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