Abstract
p-Quinol ethers are valuable synthons in synthetic organic chemistry. MOBs 1a-1i can be converted to p-quinol ethers 2a-2i in a highly efficient manner via 1,3-methoxy migration catalyzed by Lewis acids. The migration was found to be reversible and dependent on the electronic effect of substituent R3 of MOBs.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Acids / chemistry
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Benzoquinones / chemistry*
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Ethers / chemical synthesis*
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Ethers / chemistry
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Hydroquinones / chemistry*
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Methylation
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Molecular Structure
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Oxygen / chemistry*
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Solvents
Substances
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Acids
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Benzoquinones
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Ethers
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Hydroquinones
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Solvents
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Oxygen