Synthesis of tert-butyl acetate
Now we want to study the synthesis of tert-butyl acetate. There are many methods, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages.

First, acetic acid and tert-butyl alcohol are used as raw materials, and tert-butyl acetate is prepared by esterification reaction under the action of catalyst. This reaction condition is mild, so it is necessary to screen efficient catalysts to improve the reaction rate and yield. And there is a reversible equilibrium in the reaction, and measures need to be taken to promote the equilibrium to the right, such as removing the water generated by the reaction in time.

Second, acetic anhydride can be used to react with tert-butyl alcohol. This method has high reaction activity and fast reaction process, but acetic anhydride is highly corrosive, and the operation needs to be double careful, and the cost is relatively high.

Third, the halogenated acetate is used to react with tert-butanol salt. This approach has good selectivity and can effectively avoid the occurrence of side reactions. However, the preparation of halogenated acetate is not easy, requiring multi-step reactions, and the preparation of tert-butanol salt also requires appropriate conditions.

In the actual synthesis process, it is necessary to comprehensively consider many factors such as raw material cost, reaction conditions, product purity and yield, and carefully select the appropriate synthesis method. At the same time, it is crucial to monitor and control the reaction process. The precise control of parameters such as temperature, reaction time, and material ratio is all related to the success or failure of tert-butyl acetate synthesis and quality.