Synthesis 1991; 1991(3): 192-194
DOI: 10.1055/s-1991-26415
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An Improved Synthesis of Bicyclo[9.3.1]pentadeca-1(15),11,13-trien-15-oI (15-Hydroxy[9]metacyclophane)

Peter H. Nelson* , Janis T. Nelson
  • *Institute of Organic Chemistry Syntex Research, 3401 Hillview Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA
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17 September 2002 (online)

A seven-step synthesis of the title compound in 40 % overall yield from cyclododecanone is described. The stereochemistries of some of the intermediates were determined from their NMR spectra.

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