Computational evaluation of asymmetric Diels–Alder reactions of vinylboranes with chiral dienes

The asymmetric Diels–Alder reactions of dichlorovinylborane and vinyl-9-BBN with two chiral dienes have been studied theoretically. Calculations suggest high reactivity and regio- and stereoselectivity could be achieved in these processes giving the anti para endo product. This class of reactions represents a potential stereoselective approach to a variety of chiral carbocycles.