Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5276700 Tetrahedron Letters 2011 4 Pages PDF
Abstract

Primary and secondary silylated alcohols are easily converted to bis(methoxyphenyl)methyl (BMPM) ethers in good yields using CuBr2 as catalyst in acetonitrile at room temperature. Various other protecting groups are compatible with this mild and convenient process.

Graphical abstractPrimary and secondary silylated alcohols are easily and rapidly converted to bis(methoxyphenyl)methyl (BMPM) ethers in good yields using CuBr2 as catalyst in acetonitrile at room temperature. Various other protecting groups are compatible with this mild and convenient process.Download full-size image

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