How to perform oxidation of keto group in presence of hydroxyl group. I fear there may be halogenation at $\ce{OH}$ group. Is there a way to protect the $\ce{OH}$ group ?
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asked Jun 1 '15 at 7:05
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1$\begingroup$ Protect the hydroxyl group, e.g. as an ether. Have a look here. $\endgroup$ – Philipp Jun 1 '15 at 9:21
