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Re: alkali metal catalyzed hydrolysis of DEET->diethylamine
« on: March 27, 2009, 04:29:08 AM »
How long did you reflux and how concentrated was the NaOH?

Acid hydrolysis doesn't work as well does it? Might also be something to consider.
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