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The synthesis of a series of 2-aryl-2H-indazoles is reported. These compoun
ds are obtained in moderate to good yield by reaction of 2-nitrobenzyl trip
henylphosphonium bromide with aryl isocyanates, catalysed by sodium hydride
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