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Epimerization of analogs of vitamin D

US7205420B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 11, 2003
Grant dateApr 17, 2007
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Expiry dateOct 20, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C401/00
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided is a method of general applicability of epimerizing a vitamin-D analog having an asymmetric allylic carbon atom at the C-24 position. The method is of particular utility in making calcipotriene.

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