From: pj@jostle.com   
      
   In a crossed Claisen reaction between esters, one   
   of which has no alpha-hydrogens, can this latter   
   be used as solvent for the reaction for dissolving   
   NaEhoxide, KEthoxide etc.   
      
   For the synthesis of a malonic ester from   
   DiEthylCarbonate and Ethyl Hexanoate (to give   
   BuRtMalonic Ester), is a trace of EhOH absolutly   
   necessary?   
      
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