Unusual Reactions of the Tricyclo[5.3.1.0^5,11]undecane Ring System of the Decipiane Diterpenes

Abstract

The tricyclo[5.3.1.0^5,11]undecane ring system of the decipiane diterpenes has been converted to the 1,4-disubstituted tetralin system of the serrulatane diterpenes in two steps.

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