P(MeNCH(sub)2CH(sub)2)(sub)3N: an efficient catalyst for the desilylation of tert-butyldimethylsilyl ethers

Authors :: Yu, Zhengkun
Verkade, John G.
Source :: Journal of Organic Chemistry. April 7, 2000, Vol. 65 Issue 7, p2065, 4 p.
Publication Year :: 2000
Abstract: Results demonstrate that the tert-Butyldimethylsilyl protective group is efficiently removed from tert-Butyldimethylsilyl-OR ethers using a nonionic base by catalysis. The mechanism of desilylation reactions are discussed.

Subjects :: Chemistry, Organic -- Research
Catalysts -- Analysis
Chemical reactions -- Analysis
Ethers -- Research
Biological sciences
Chemistry

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