Formation of diversified spiro-[imidazole-indene] derivatives from 2H-imidazoles: based on versatile propargyl alcohols

Rh(iii)-Catalyzed efficient cascade annulation for the regioselective construction of various spiro-[imidazole-indene] derivatives has been reported by utilizing versatile propargyl alcohols as coupling partners. The type of propargyl alcohol plays a key role in tuning the combination state and controlling formation of different products.

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Rh(III)-catalyzed efficient cascade annulation has been used to selectively construct various spiro-[imidazole-indene] derivatives using versatile propargyl alcohols. The type of propargyl alcohol plays a crucial role in tuning the combination state and controlling the formation of different products.