Efficient Syntheses of (E)-4-Hydroxy-5-Methoxy-and (E)-5-Hydroxy-4-Methoxy-2,?-Dinitrostyrenes

Abstract
The key to efficient syntheses of the title compounds is chemoselective CF3CO2H debenzylation. The benzyl protecting group is necessary for regiospecific nitration.

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