IN381666: A transition-metal-free catalytic process for conversion of amides to esters

The patent discloses a single step transition metal free process for the synthesis of esters of formula I, Wherein, R and R1 are as described; from amides, comprising the step of reacting an amide with an alcohol in the presence of a alkali metal alkoxide catalyst followed by stirring of the reaction mixture to afford desired ester product I.