One-step synthesis of β-C-glycolipid derivatives from unprotected sugars

Abstract Condensations of nonsymmetrical or symmetrical β-diketones and unprotected sugars in aq NaHCO 3 soln were explored. C -glucosyl and C -maltosyl derivatives bearing lipophilic residue of 8 or 11 carbon atoms were prepared efficiently using this one-step procedure. The amphiphilic properties of these compounds were demonstrated by measuring their CMC.