cost-effective use of 4-dimethylaminopyridine (dmap) for accelerating urethane formation in industrial applications abstract: urethane formation, the reaction between isocyanates and alcohols, is a cornerstone of numerous industrial processes, producing materials ranging from coatings and adhesives to foams and elastomers. this article explores the cost-effective application of 4-dimethylaminopyridine (dmap) as a catalyst to accelerate urethane formation...