Question:

Phenol on treatment with chloroform in the presence of NaOH, a -CHO group is introduced at ortho position of benzene ring. The reaction is known as

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Reimer-Tiemann introduces \(-CHO\) group in phenol.
Updated On: Apr 21, 2026
  • Kolbe's reaction
  • Reimer-Tiemann reaction
  • Gattermann-Koch reaction
  • Stephen reaction
  • Sandmeyer reaction
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Formylation of phenol using CHCl\(_3\)/NaOH.

Step 1:
Reaction.
\[ \text{Phenol} \xrightarrow{CHCl_3/NaOH} \text{o-hydroxybenzaldehyde} \]
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