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How are alcohols and ammonia used to make aliphatic amines industrially?
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The most widely used industrial method for producing aliphatic amines involves the reaction of alcohols with ammonia.1
This process is conducted at high temperatures and utilizes metal or metal oxide catalysts, such as nickel or copper. The reaction typically results in a mixture of primary, secondary, and tertiary amines.1