ChemInform Abstract: Intramolecular [4 + 3] Cycloadditions. Allylic Sulfones as Precursors to Vinylthionium Ions.
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A regioselective alkylation of the (E)-sulfones (I) with high (E)-selectivity is achieved by treatment with BuLi in THF in the presence of small amounts of HMPA. The products (III) undergo intramolecular [4 + 3] cycloadditions in the presence of TiCl4.