Several strategies can be employed to minimize the formation of undesired side products: - Catalyst Design: Developing more selective catalysts can help direct the reaction pathway towards the desired product. - Optimizing Reaction Conditions: Fine-tuning parameters such as temperature, pressure, and solvent can reduce side reactions. - Purity of Reagents: Using high-purity starting materials can minimize the formation of side products due to impurities. - Inhibitors and Selective Additives: Adding specific agents can suppress side reactions and enhance selectivity.
