Processes and systems for removing an alkyl iodide impurity from a recycle gas stream in the production of ethylene oxide
US10450287B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 13, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2257/2068
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Processes for reducing the amount of a gaseous iodide-containing impurity present in a recycle gas stream used in the production of ethylene oxide, in particular an alkyl iodide impurity, are provided. Processes for producing ethylene oxide, ethylene carbonate and/or ethylene glycol, and associated reaction systems are similarly provided.
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