Cannizzaro reaction (non-enolizable aldehydes) (Disproportionation: no α-H aldehyde → alcohol + carboxylate in strong base)
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Disproportionation: no α-H aldehyde → alcohol + carboxylate in strong base
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| RCHO | Aromatic or formaldehyde-type aldehyde lacking enolizable α-H |
When to use this
Concentrated aqueous alkali; aldehyde without α-hydrogen; simultaneous oxidation and reduction within the same molecule class.