Rhodium(iii)-catalyzed asymmetric allylic cyclization of cyclohexadienone-tethered allenes†
Abstract
The rhodium(III)-catalyzed asymmetric allylic cyclization of cyclohexadienone-tethered allenes is successfully developed. This protocol exhibits broad functional group tolerance and is applicable for modifying biologically active molecules containing phenol structures. Notably, compounds 3ga and 3ha demonstrate promising anticancer properties.