Dimethyl carbonate (DMC) is a versatile compound that represents an attractive eco-friendly alternative to both methyl halides (or dimethyl sulfate) and phosgene for methylation and carbonilation processes, respectively.
2006-07-08 16:29:18 · 3 answers · asked by kaye 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
The primary advantage of DMC over dimethyl sulfate would be toxicity. Dimethyl sulfate is a much better methylating agent in general.
2006-07-09 14:35:49 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You seem to be in a quandary over choosing your methylating agent.
If you really think you like dimethyl carbonate, my advice is to give it a chance. If the dimethyl carbonate feels about you the same way you feel about it, all will work out great. If not, then it is time to move on to another methylating agent. Either way, it's for the best.
Good luck.
2006-07-08 16:57:26 · answer #2 · answered by genericman1998 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on what you're trying to methylate. DMC might work, but check for literature presidence
2006-07-17 04:48:59 · answer #3 · answered by shiara_blade 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋