Three-component coupling of alkynes, Baylis-Hillman adducts and sodium azide: a new synthesis of substituted triazoles

A three-component coupling was used to prepare a series of 1,4-disubstituted-1,2,3-triazoles from the corresponding acetylated Baylis-Hillman adducts, sodium azide and terminal alkynes. This one-pot reaction further increases the efficacy of 'Click' synthesis and diversifies the preparation of multi-functional 1,4-disubstituted-1,2,3-triazoles. (c) 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.