OXIDATION AT THE BENZYLIC POSITION
Introduction
Introduction
This page focuses on ways to oxidize compounds at the benzylic position. For these reactions to work, there must be at least one proton at the benzylic position.
Mechanisms
Mechanisms
Oxidation of butylbenzene with Na2Cr2O7, H2SO4, and H2O.
Oxidation of butylbenzene with potassium permanganate, water, and heat.
