Bicyclic RET Inhibitor Intermediate Synthesis

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for preparing RET inhibitors are complex, involve lengthy reaction steps, and have low overall yields, making them unsuitable for industrial production.

Innovation Solution

A novel method for preparing a RET inhibitor using specific intermediates of formulas (V) and (VI) with improved yield and purity, optimized for industrial production.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If the preparation method from patent WO 2018071454 A is used, then the RET inhibitor can be prepared, but the process is complex with 10 steps and low overall yield

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoverall yieldVSAvoidnumber of reaction steps
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple reaction steps into fewer steps by using key intermediates (V) and (VI) that can be prepared in advance and stored. Specifically, the preparation of the bicyclic core structure is merged with the final coupling step, reducing the total number of steps from 10 to a more manageable process while improving overall yield through optimized reaction conditions and intermediate stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies preliminary action by preparing and isolating key intermediates (V) and (VI) before the final coupling step. These intermediates contain pre-formed functional groups and structural features that will be used in subsequent reactions, allowing for better control of the overall synthesis process and improved yield by avoiding repeated purification steps.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Reliability

If multi-kinase inhibitors are used for RET treatment, then clinical treatment is available, but selectivity is poor and side effects are high

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveselectivityVSAvoidside effects
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by designing the bicyclic inhibitor with specific functional groups and structural features that are tailored to interact with the RET kinase active site. The compound contains a bicyclic core structure with specific substituents (R1-R6 groups) that provide localized interactions with key residues in the RET binding pocket, enhancing selectivity while reducing off-target effects on other kinases.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent uses parameter changes by systematically varying the substituents on the bicyclic core structure to optimize the balance between potency and selectivity. By changing parameters such as the nature of R groups, their positions, and stereochemistry, the patent achieves high selectivity for RET over other kinases, thereby reducing side effects associated with multi-kinase inhibition.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentEP4567027A1Intermediate of bicyclic inhibitor and preparation method therefor
Publication Date: 2025.06.11 JIANGSU HANSOH PHARMA CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention provides an intermediate of a bicyclic inhibitor and a preparation method therefor. The present invention particularly relates to an intermediate as shown in formula (VI) and a preparation method therefor. The reaction method uses initial raw materials that are cheap and easy to obtain. The synthesis process is mature, the product quality is stable, the yield and purity are high, the key reagents can be recycled, the production cost is reduced, and the method is suitable for large-scale industrial production and application.