Cu(I)-Catalyzed Regioselective Synthesis of Pyrazolo[5,1-<i>c</i>]-1,2,4-triazoles

Abstract

Cycloadditions of terminal alkynes to 1,2,4-triazolium N-imides in the presence of base and Cu(I) afford pyrazolo[5,1-c]-1,2,4-triazoles regioselectively. The scope of alkynes, the influence of the electronic nature of the leaving group, and variations in the 1-alkyl substituent were examined. Quantum chemical calculations were employed to explain the distinct reactivity of the propiolates.