Synthesis of symmetrically modified α-cyclodextrins: an efficient and easy method

Efficient and simple synthetic methods of designed specific synthons of cyclodextrins are fundamental for the further development of more sophisticated supramolecular devices. Here, a new two step synthesis was proposed for the obtention of the 6A,6C,6E-triazido-6A,6C,6E-trideoxy-6B,6D,6F-tri-O-methylhexakis-(2,3-di-O-methyl)cyclomaltohexaose on a large scale.