The Participation of 3,3,3-Trichloro-1-nitroprop-1-ene in the [3 + 2] Cycloaddition Reaction with Selected Nitrile N-Oxides in the Light of the Experimental and MEDT Quantum Chemical Study

The regioselective zw-type [3 + 2] cycloaddition (32CA) reactions of a series of aryl-substituted nitrile N-oxides (NOs) with trichloronitropropene (TNP) have been both experimentally and theoretically studied within the Molecular Electron Density Theory (MEDT). Zwitterionic NOs behave as moderate nucleophiles while TNP acts as a very strong electrophile in these polar 32CA reactions of forward electron density flux, which present moderate activation Gibbs free energies of 22.8–25.6 kcal·mol⁻¹ and an exergonic character of 28.4 kcal·mol⁻¹ that makes them irreversible and kinetically controlled. The most favorable reaction is that involving the most nucleophilic MeO-substituted NO. Despite Parr functions correctly predicting the experimental regioselectivity with the most favorable O-CCCl₃ interaction, these reactions follow a two-stage one-step mechanism in which formation of the O-C(CCl₃) bond takes place once the C-C(NO₂) bond is already formed. The present MEDT concludes that the reactivity differences in the series of NOs come from their different nucleophilic activation and polar character of the reactions, rather than any mechanistic feature.     

Understanding the Regioselectivity and the Molecular Mechanism of [3 + 2] Cycloaddition Reactions between Nitrous Oxide and Conjugated Nitroalkenes: A DFT Computational Study

Regiochemical aspects and the molecular mechanism of the [3 + 2] cycloaddition between nitrous oxide and conjugated nitroalkenes were evaluated on the basis of the wb97xd/6-311 + G(d) (PCM) computational study. It was found that, independently of the nature of the nitroalkene, all considered processes are realized via polar, single-step mechanisms. All attempts at the localization of hypothetical zwitterionic intermediates were unsuccessful. Additionally, the DFT computational study suggested that, in the course of the reaction, the formation of respective Δ²-4-nitro-4-R₁-5-R₂-1-oxa-2,3-diazolines was preferred from the kinetic point of view.     

Stereospecific [2+2] cycloaddition reactions of diphosphorus with alkenes

[2+2] Cycloaddition reactions of P₂ with alkenes were predicted to have concerted paths, that is, pseudoexcitation, distorted 2π_s+2π_s, and 2π_s+2π_a processes without any interventions of intermediates. The pseudoexcitation and/or distorted 2π_s+2π_s paths with retention of configuration of alkenes are kinetically preferred to the 2π_s+2π_a path with inversion of configuration. The reactions were predicted from the appreciable difference in the calculated enthalpies of activation to be stereospecific.     

Selenyl analog of the (Z)-C,N-diphenylnitrone as the TAC in [3 + 2] cycloaddition with nitroethene: A DFT computational study

Abstract

The molecular mechanism of [3?+?2] cycloaddition (32CA) process between selenyl analog of the (Z)-C,N-diphenylnitrone and nitroethene was examined on the basis of the M06-2X/6-311?+?G(d)(PCM) calculations. It was found that kinetic factors favor the formation of 4-nitro substituted cycloadducts in the reaction course. Additionally, the DFT computational study highlights the evidently polar nature of the title reaction. The mechanistic study also confirms the possibility of the existence of a zwitterionic intermediate in the reaction environment.     

A density functional theory study of the stereoselectivity of Cu(OTf)2-catalyzed [3+2] cycloaddition of trifluoromethylated N-acylhydrazones and isoprene: A concerted asynchronous mechanism

Here we employ density functional theory calculations to systematically investigate the underlying mechanism of Cu(OTf)₂-catalyzed [3+2] cycloaddition reactions in the synthesis of CF₃-substituted pyrazolidines. About eight possible initial configurations of the [3+2] reaction is considered, and all relevant reactants, transition states, and products are optimized. Based on these structures, internal reaction coordinate paths, and wavefunction analysis results, we conclude that the Cu(OTf)₂-catalyzed [3+2] cycloaddition follows a concerted asynchronous mechanism. The C N bond forms immediately after the formation of the C C bond. Among the eight reaction paths, the energy barrier for the [3+2] reaction that leads to the CF₃-substituted syn-pyrazolidine is the lowest, ∼5.4 kcal/mol, which might result in the diastereoselectivity that is observed in the experiment. This work not only gives the detailed mechanism of the Cu(OTf)₂-catalyzed [3+2] cycloaddition but can also be helpful for the future designation of Cu(OTf)₂-based cycloaddition processes.     

Scope of the formal [3+2] cycloaddition for the synthesis of substituted 3-arylindanes and related compounds

We report the single step synthesis of several 3-arylindanes and related compounds via a formal [3+2] cycloaddition. A study of the influence of the aromatic ring substitution pattern on the reaction was carried out.     

Reactivity of allenoates toward aziridines: [3+2] and formal [3+2] cycloadditions

The reactivity of buta-2,3-dienoates toward aziridines is reported. Allenoates react as 2π-component in the [3+2] cycloaddition with the azomethine ylide generated from cis-1-benzyl-2-benzoyl-3-phenylaziridine affording 4-methylenepyrrolidines in a site-, regio-, and stereoselective fashion. Under conventional thermolysis, cis- and trans-2-benzoyl-1-cyclohexyl-3-phenylaziridines showed a different reactivity. These aziridines participate in formal [3+2] cycloadditions with allenes via C-N bond cleavage of the three-membered ring leading to functionalized pyrroles.     

Lewis acid-mediated [3+2] cycloaddition between hydrazones and olefins

[3+2] Cycloaddition between hydrazones and olefins was accelerated in the presence of a stoichiometric amount of BF₃·OEt₂ or a catalytic amount of Zr(OTf)₄, Hf(OTf)₄, or Sc(OTf)₃ under mild conditions. The corresponding pyrazolidine derivatives were obtained in moderate to high yields using this novel [3+2] Lewis acid catalysis.     

Concise approach to the core of englerin A via an organocatalytic [4+3] cycloaddition reaction

A concise enantioselective synthesis of diversely functionalized advanced intermediates comprising the tricyclic skeleton of englerin A and related oxygen-bridged guaianes has been successfully accomplished, which features a Harmata organocatalytic [4+3] cycloaddition reaction.     

Synthesis of conformationally restricted nicotine analogues by intramolecular [3+2] cycloaddition

We describe the synthesis of a series of conformationally constrained nicotine analogues 2-5 from appropriate pyridine-containing enals, featuring an intramolecular azomethine ylide-alkene [3+2] cycloaddition. The objective of the current project is to develop new selective nAChRs-targeting ligands. Of the nicotine analogues that we have studied, the conformation-restricting ring B unit can be either a five-membered carbocycle, or a six-membered carbocycle or heterocycle. The present work constitutes a general method for rapid assembly of other related tricyclic nicotine analogues.     

Lewis acid-catalyzed novel [3+2] cycloaddition of methylenecyclopropanes with activated aldehydes or ketones

Methylenecyclopropanes react with activated aldehydes or ketones in the presence of various Lewis acids to give the corresponding [3+2] cycloaddition products having tetrahydrofuran (THF) skeleton in good yields and in some cases with high stereoselectivity.     

Concise synthesis of the core structure of madreporanone by Rh-catalyzed [3+2] cycloaddition

A model study toward total synthesis of madreporanone, a novel diterpene isolated from Azorella madreporica, was investigated. The [3.3.0] bicyclic core of madreporanone bearing a cis-configured isopropyl group and two vicinal quaternary carbon centers was stereoselectively constructed via an intramolecular Rh-catalyzed [3 + 2] cycloaddition in a single step.     

Generation of a substituted 1,2,4-thiadiazole ring via the [3+2] cycloaddition reaction of benzonitrile sulfide toward trichloroacetonitrile. A DFT study of the regioselectivity and of the molecular mechanism

A theoretical study of the [3+2] cycloaddition (32CA) reaction between benzonitrile sulfide BNS1 and trichloroacetonitrile TCAN2 at the MPWB1 K/6-311G(d) level was undertaken. Among two feasible C1N5 and C1C4 regioisomeric channels, the former is completely preferred, in the presence of toluene, over the latter, both kinetically, ΔΔG_activation = 17.5 kcal/mol, and thermodynamically, ΔΔG_reaction = –12.8 kcal/mol, in excellent agreement with experimental outcomes. The strong global electrophilic and nucleophilic characters found for TCAN2 and BNS1, respectively, allow the studied 32CA reaction to take place via a polar process. Interestingly, the analysis of the TSs geometries clarifies that in the case under study, regioselectivity is controlled by destabilizing steric repulsion interactions rather than electronic ones. The ELF topological patterns indicate that while the formation of S3C4 single bond takes place exactly according to Domingo's model, that of the C1N5 single bond is a direct consequence of the nucleophilic attack of the C5 carbon atom on the N5 nitrogen atom supporting a two-stage one-step molecular mechanism.     

On the Question of Zwitterionic Intermediates in the [3 + 2] Cycloaddition Reactions between C-arylnitrones and Perfluoro 2-Methylpent-2-ene

The molecular mechanism of the [3 + 2] cycloaddition reaction between C-arylnitrones and perfluoro 2-methylpent-2-ene was explored on the basis of DFT calculations. It was found that despite the polar nature of the intermolecular interactions, as well as the presence of fluorine atoms near the reaction centers, all reactions considered cycloaddition proceed via a one-step mechanism. All attempts for the localization of zwitterionic intermediates on the reaction paths were not successful. Similar results were obtained regardless of the level of theory applied.     

烯丙胺与C_(60)的热引发[3+2]环加成反应

烯丙胺类化合物与C_(60)在热引发下发生新型的[3+2]环加成反应。反应有较 好的立体选择性。该反应可能经过了热引发的烯丙胺的单电子转移过程，产生烯丙 基自由基，并进一步与C_(60)加成及环化。文中C_(60)衍生物的结构均经过谱学方 法确证。     

Theoretical Analysis of the Heterocyclic [4+2] Cycloaddition Between Pyridinium Ion and Enol Ether

Dearomative heterocyclic [4+2] cycloaddition between the N-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)pyridinium ion of nicotinamide and an enol ether was analyzed by Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations. The calculation revealed that the reaction undergoes stepwise bond formation rather than occurring in a concerted manner. The experimental products were found to be both kinetically and thermodynamically favored. The calculated transition states and intermediate suggested that the high diastereoselectivity is derived from the electrostatic interaction between the 2-nitro group of the pyridinium ion and the hydrogen of the enol ether.     

An efficient and economical synthesis of 5-substituted 1H-tetrazoles via Pb(II) salt catalyzed [3+2] cycloaddition of nitriles and sodium azide

A simple, mild and efficient method is developed for the synthesis of 5-substituted 1H-tetrazoles. Out of three used Pb(II) catalysts, lead chloride (PbCl₂) has been found to be an efficient catalyst for [3+2] cycloaddition of NaN₃ with aromatic and aliphatic nitriles to afford 5-substituted 1H-tetrazoles. The catalyst is reusable up to four cycles with consistent activity. The cost effectiveness and easy availability of the catalyst, simple methodology, excellent yield and easy work-up are the additional advantages.     

Synthesis and properties of azoles and their derivatives. 57. Unexpected results of 3-nitropropene-1 [2+3] cycloaddition to C,C,N-triphenylnitrone

[2+3] Cycloaddition of 3-nitropropene-1 with C,C,N-triphenylnitrone leads to a mixture of 5-nitromethyl-2,3,3-triphenylisoxazolidine and 5-methyl-4-nitro-2,3,3-triphenylisoxazolidine. The results obtained can be explained assuming that 3-nitropropene-1 isomerizes to 1-nitropropene-1 under reaction conditions. Published in Khimiya Geterotsiklicheskikh Soedinenii, No. 10, pp. 1545–1548, October, 2006.     

Base-assisted intramolecular 6-acetoxypyranone-acetylene [5+2] cycloaddition. Synthesis and reactivity of novel oxa-tricyclo[5.3.1.0]undecenones

The synthesis of 3,11-dioxatricyclo[5.3.1.0^1,5]undeca-5,9-dien-8-ones is reported from suitable 5-substituted furfuryl alcohols bearing an acetylenic side-chain. Successive peracid-mediated oxidative rearrangement of furan carbinols and base-assisted intramolecular 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition afforded oxygen-bridged tricyclo-undecane derivatives. Stereoselective transformations of cycloadducts are also discussed.     

Thiourea-catalyzed asymmetric formal [3+2] cycloaddition of azomethine ylides with nitroolefins

A chiral thiourea catalyst possessing an amine function catalyzes an asymmetric [3+2] cycloaddition of azomethine ylides to nitroolefins to provide highly functionalized pyrrolidines with high diastereo- and enantioselectivities (up to 98:1:1 dr, 92% ee). The reaction proceeds in a stepwise manner consisting of Michael addition and subsequent intramolecular aza-Henry reaction. Both reactions are promoted by the thiourea catalyst, and the reaction rate of the latter step is efficiently enhanced by the addition of 2,2,2-trifluoroethanol.