Microwave Thermolysis V: A Rapid and Selective Method for the Cleavage of THP Ethers, Acetals and Acetonides Using Clay Supported Ammonium Nitrate “Clayan” in Dry Media

Abstract
The deprotection of a variety of tetrahydropyranyl ethers (THP), acetonides and acetals into their parent compounds using clay supported ammonium nitrate “Clayan” under microwave irradiation is described. The eco-friendly nature of the reagent and non solvent conditions are the important features of the procedure.