The combination of CuI–K2CO3-PEG 400 facilitated the coupling-cyclization of o-iodobenzoic acid with terminal alkynes under ultrasound, affording a greener and practical approach towards 3-substituted isocoumarins with remarkable regioselectivity. This inexpensive and Pd and ligand free methodology gave rise to various isocoumarins of potential pharmacological interest.
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