Synthesis 2004(17): 2837-2840  
DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-834858
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Pr(OTf)3 as an Efficient and Recyclable Catalyst for Chemoselective Thioacetalization of Aldehydes

Surya Kanta De*
Department of Chemistry, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA
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Publication History

Received 13 May 2004
Publication Date:
07 October 2004 (online)

Abstract

Praseodymium triflate has been found to be an efficient and recyclable catalyst for chemoselective protection of aldehydes.