Cyclopentyl methyl ether (CPME) and 4-methyltetrahydropyran (4-MeTHP): Basic chemical properties and applications as next generation reaction solvents

This is a review article that summarizes the recyclable hydrophobic ether solvents, CPME and 4-MeTHP, developed by Japanese companies. The paper not only highlights their applicability as organic reaction solvents but reports their possible degradation pathways under free-radical conditions.