Efficient one-pot synthesis of novel spirooxindole derivatives via three-component reaction in aqueous medium.

A novel and efficient one-pot synthesis of spiro[indoline-3,4'-pyrazolo[3,4-b]quinoline]dione, spiro[furo[3,4-e]pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridine-4,3'-indoline]dione, and spiro[indeno[2,1-e]pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridine-4,3'-indoline]dione derivatives via three-component reaction of isatin, 5-amino-3-methylpyrazole, and 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds in aqueous medium is described. The advantages of this method include high efficiency, mild reaction conditions, convenient operation, and environmentally benign conditions.