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Modified sulfuric acid and uses thereof

US12371853B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2024
Grant dateJul 29, 2025
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2044

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  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD21C9/163
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

One-pot processes to separate lignin from a lignocellulosic feedstock include providing a vessel; providing a lignocellulosic feedstock; providing an aqueous composition comprising an acid, a modifying agent comprising a substituted aromatic compound, and a peroxide; and exposing the lignocellulosic feedstock to the composition in the vessel for a period of time sufficient to remove at least 80% of the lignin present in the lignocellulosic feedstock.

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