guy - 17-1-2007 at 16:24
I think the Reimer-Tiemann reaction proceeds by an electrophilic addition of dichlorocarbene to an activated aromatic ring (like phenols), so the
question is would it work with other activated rings like toluene or xylene? If not, why?
Ozone - 17-1-2007 at 16:58
Guy,
For your records I have attached a chapter on the Reimer-Tiemann rxn. A section regarding the scope and limitations of the reaction is included
therein.
Hope this helps,
O3
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guy - 17-1-2007 at 21:40
thanks a lot
DraconicAcid - 28-3-2023 at 20:18
Sorry for necromancing this thread, but could the reaction be done on acetaminophen? I can't seem to find the expected product listed anywhere.