Question

The major product obtained when Phenol is treated with $\mathrm{CHCl_3}$ and aqueous $\mathrm{NaOH}$ at $340\,K$, followed by acidification is:}

• A. Benzalacetophenone
• B. Salicylaldehyde
• C. Salicylic acid
• D. Anisole

Hint:

Reimer-Tiemann reaction: \[ \mathrm{Phenol} \xrightarrow[\mathrm{CHCl_3}]{\mathrm{NaOH}} o\text{-Hydroxybenzaldehyde} \] Major product = Salicylaldehyde.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B