A new modular and flexible approach to [1,2,3]triazolo[1,5-a][1,4]benzodiazepines

A new synthetic route for the access to [1,2,3]triazolo[1,5-a][1,4]benzodiazepines and other derivatives is described. This strategy is based on the cycloaddition of 2-oxoalkylidenephosphoranes to o-functionalized aryl azides followed by the reaction of the corresponding triazole intermediate with amines. This new approach presents unique properties such as regioselectivity, modularity, mild reaction conditions, and high yields.