Pd-Catalyzed Three-Component Domino Reaction of Vinyl Benzoxazinanones for Regioselective and Stereoselective Synthesis of Allylic Sulfone-Containing Amino Acid Derivatives

A Pd-catalyzed, highly regioselective and stereoselective three-component domino allylic substitution/N–H carbene insertion reaction under mild conditions is described. This reaction demonstrates a wide substrate scope and satisfactory functional group tolerance, providing a broad range of allylic sulfone-containing amino acid derivatives. Moreover, DBU mediates highly diastereoselective cross-dehydrogenative coupling annulation of allylic sulfones without using peroxides or any metal oxidants. This developed protocol affords 7-membered ring heterocyclic compounds incorporating both sulfone-containing amino acid esters and one quaternary carbon center. Mechanistic studies indicate that an unusual umpolung of glycine occurred in this annulation.