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Synlett 1993; 1993(10): 793-794
DOI: 10.1055/s-1993-22612
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Microwave Promoted Hydrolysis of Esters Absorbed on Alumina: A New Deprotection Method for Pivaloyl Groups

Steven V. Ley* , Donna M. Mynett
  • *University Chemical Laboratory, University of Cambridge, Lensfield Road, Cambridge CB2 1EW, England
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19 March 2002 (online)

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Rapid and efficient deprotection of pivaloyl and other esters can be achieved by absorption onto alumina and microwave irradiation.