Abstract
A convenient, general synthesis of 2-methyl-2,3-dihydrofuro [2,3-b] quinolines is described from o-nitrobenzaldehydes. The benzaldehydes (la-c) on reaction with phosphorane 2 provide (E)-ethyl-α-allylcinnamates (3a-c) in high yields. These esters 3a-c on reduction followed by acid catalysed cyclisation give 2,3-dihydrofuro [2,3-b] quinolines (5a-c).