Synlett 1992; 1992(5): 415-416
DOI: 10.1055/s-1992-21364
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Trimethylsilyl Chloride-Tin(II) Chloride-Anisole: A Novel Selective p-Methoxybenzyl Ether Cleavage Reagent

Takahiko Akiyama* , Hiroaki Shima, Shoichiro Ozaki
  • *Department of Applied Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering, Ehime University, Bunkyo-cho, Matsuyama 790, Japan
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Publication Date:
08 March 2002 (online)

A combination system of trimethylsilyl chloride, anisole, and a catalytic amount of tin(II) chloride cleaved p-methoxybenzyl ethers selectively in the presence of benzyl ethers under mild conditions to afford parent alcohols in high yields.

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