Sigma Aldrich
Diisobutylaluminium hydride (1M)
256811
Info: Supplier Page
This product was used to reduce ester to aldehydes avoiding the risk of getting the corresponding alcohol.
Reduction of esters
Corrosive, explosive and toxic hence take necessary precautions.
DIBAL-H helped me to get the aldehyde of my starting material, without passing by the oxidation of the corresponding alcohol.1.2 equivalents, at -78 °C for 30 minutes are enough to get the desired product.
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Works fast.
Needs a temperature of -78 °C, and storage temperature at -6 °C, and is also toxic.
I recommend it for anyone who needs to get an aldehyde instead of passing by the oxidation of an alcohol