A new synthesis of nor-C-statine is described. Benzylation of a malate dianion, differentiation of the two carboxylates and a Hofmann degradation of one of the carboxylates constitute the key steps of the synthesis.
A new synthesis of nor-C-statine is described. Benzylation of a malate dianion, differentiation of the two carboxylates and a Hofmann degradation of one of the carboxylates constitute the key steps of the synthesis.