An efficient synthesis of (S)-3-aminomethyl-5-methylhexanoic acid (Pregabalin) via quinine-mediated desymmetrization of cyclic anhydride.

DOI Number:

10.1016/j.tetasy.2007.06.014

Reaction Category:

Educt:

3-isobutylglutaric anhydride, cinnamyl alcohol

Product:

(R)-3-(2-(cinnamyloxy)-2-oxoethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid

Catalyst:

Quinine Base

Cas No:

130-95-0

Cas No:

130-95-0