Efficient green synthesis of bis(cyclic carbonate)poly(dimethylsiloxane) derivative using CO2 addition: a novel precursor for synthesis of urethanes
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Poly(dimethyl siloxane), PDMS, with terminal cyclic carbonate groups was prepared by cycloaddition of carbon dioxide to epoxy rings using tetra alkyl-ammonium bromide as a catalyst under efficient and mild conditions.