Direct Catalytic Synthesis of N-Arylcarbamates from CO2, Anilines and Alcohols

Article abstract of DOI:10.1002/cctc.201801443

The direct catalytic synthesis of carbamates from CO₂, amines and methanol was achieved by controlling both the reaction equilibrium and the reactivity of the three components. The combination of CeO₂ and 2-cyanopyridine was an effective catalyst, providing various carbamates including N-arylcarbamates in high selectivities.