title: Functionalization of epoxy esters with alcohols as stoichiometric reagents.
abstract: Glycidyl esters, frequently employed as reactive groups on polymeric supports, were functionalized with alcohols as stoichiometric reagents, yielding β-alkoxyalcohols. Among the solvents studied, best results were obtained in ethers in the presence of a strong proton acid as a catalyst. Alcohols include simple alkanols, diols, protected polyols, 3-butyn-1-ol 3-hydroxypropanenitrile and cholesterol. This protocol represents a convenient way for introduction of various functionalities onto epoxy-functionalized polymers. Under the reaction conditions, some side reactions take place, mostly due to the reactive ester group and water present in the reaction mixture.
authors.forename: Dona
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Pavlović
authors.forename: Barbara
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Modec
authors.forename: Darko
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Dolenc