What is the mechanism of vanillin esterification to vanillyl acetate under basic conditions (NaOH), using acetic anhydride? Include a balanced reaction with all the products.

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What is the mechanism of vanillin esterification to vanillyl acetate under basic conditions (NaOH), using acetic anhydride? Include a balanced reaction with all the products.

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