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Process for reducing the total sulfur content of Claus off-gases

US4012486A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 1975
Grant dateMar 15, 1977
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Expiry dateJul 2, 1995

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D53/52
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The sulfur content of off-gases from processes such as the Claus process is treated by catalytically oxidizing the sulfur compounds to sulfur dioxide. By use of specific catalytic materials, low temperatures of reaction and minimal SO.sub.3 formation are achieved.

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