Synthesis 1991; 1991(11): 933-934
DOI: 10.1055/s-1991-26609
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A New Synthesis of D-Ribonolactone from D-Ribose by Pyridinium Chlorochromate Oxidation

Dashan Liu* , Carol A. Caperelli
  • *College of Pharmacy, Division of Pharmacology and Medicinal Chemistry, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0004, USA
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Publication Date:
29 April 2002 (online)

2,3-O-Cyclohexylidene-D-ribonolactone is prepared directly from 2,3-O-cyclohexylidene-D-ribose by pyridinium chlorochromate (PCC) oxidation in 55-60% yield.