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Multi-stage upgrading of hydrocarbon pyrolysis tar using recycled interstage product

US10894924B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2018
Grant dateJan 19, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10G2300/802
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A multi-stage process is described for upgrading pyrolysis tar, such as steam cracker tar, by hydroprocessing in at least two stages. Hydroprocessing in a first stage is performed in the presence of a utility fluid. The utility fluid has a boiling point distribution from about 120° C. to about 480° C. and is separated from the first stage product.

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