S. Ley, P. Michel
Nov 17, 2003
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Synthesis
Abstract
(2S, 5R, 6R)-5,6-Dimethoxy-5,6-dimethyl-[1,4]dioxane-2-carbaldehyde (5) represents a important stable alternative to glyceraldehyde acetonide. Its synthesis on a large scale from inexpensive D-mannitol is described together with other related building blocks.