1. Prepare an in situ solution of glycidyl pivalate 2. Access a higher purity variant via distillation Each solution has benefits and drawbacks. The first option is desirable in that it avoids the distillation of the epoxide. Some temperature sensitivity was noted for the epoxide, and production of a reactive solution could maximize yield by limiting the heat history and concentration of the epoxide. However, this alternative does not provide a means of purifying the glycidyl pivalate, and the excess epichlorohydrin must still be removed. If successful, the second option provides a means of removing byproducts from the glycidyl pivalate to obtain a more highly controlled and pure product.