Chapter 24: Phenols
Acidic Oxidation of Cumene
Reaction type : Oxidation
Summary
This industrial method is the primary source of phenol.
Oxidation at the benzylic position
gives the hydroperoxide which cleaves to give phenol and acetone.
Cheap reagents and important products make the process attractive.
QUESTION
Can you remember how to make isopropyl benzene ?
ANSWER
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Dr. Ian Hunt
, Department of Chemistry