Synthesis and Baeyer–Villiger oxidation of the series of bicyclic ketones 3 and 6 is described. The ratio of methine to methylene carbon migration in the oxidation was found to vary depending on the 5-endo and 7-anti substituents of the ketones. Possible reasons for the observed regioselectivity are discussed.
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