Abstract
A scalable synthesis of a key intermediate used for the preparation of an HCV inhibitor containing an unusual dimethyldihydrobenzofuran ring is described. A key element for the successful completion of the synthesis was the correct ordering of a sequence of bromination, chlorination, and methylation to provide optimized selectivity and improved yield. A tin hydride-mediated ring closure was replaced with a more environmentally benign sulfuric acid-catalyzed Friedel–Crafts reaction. The overall yield for the preparation of the key intermediate was increased from less than 5 to 40%.
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