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Porous catalytic matrices for elimination of toxicants found in tobacco combustion products

US10182593B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 1, 2012
Grant dateJan 22, 2019
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Expiry dateOct 3, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J20/3265
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Described herein are compositions and methods for capturing carbonylic or phenolic toxicants, or converting these toxicants into less volatile compounds. The toxicants, which may be a component of cigarette smoke, may be captured by physical or chemical adsorption, absorption, or entrapment.

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