Stereoselective preparation of 3-substituted 4-aryl piperidine compounds

摘要

This invention relates to new stereoselective processes for preparing 3-substituted-4-aryl piperidines and methods for controlling the absolute stereochemistry at the C-3 and C-4 positions of the piperidine ring. Compounds of this type are key intermediates in the preparation of paroxetine, femoxetine, and other medicaments.