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Continuous one-flow multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients

Victor R. L. J. Bloemendal, Mathilde A. C. H. Janssen, Jan C. M. van Hest and Floris P. J. T. Rutjes

Published: 1 July 2020

Abstract

During the past two decades, continuous flow chemistry has been developed into a mature field as shown by numerous examples in which complex molecules are synthesised. In this review we discuss recent one-flow multistep syntheses to produce active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) including challenges and solutions that have been encountered.

Graphical abstract: Continuous one-flow multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients

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