Regeneration of Carbonyl Compounds from Oximes Using BTBAD under Microwave Irradiation

Bis-tetrabutylammonium dichromate (BTBAD) has been found to be an efficient and new reagent for the conversion of oximes to the corresponding carbonyl compounds. The reaction was performed under microwave irradiation and gave excellent yields. It also facilitates the de-protection of acetals and ketals.