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Process for partially oxidizing hydrocarbons

US4087259A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 25, 1976
Grant dateMay 2, 1978
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Expiry dateMay 25, 1996

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC01B2203/1247
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A catalyst and a process for partially oxidizing hydrocarbons to hydrogen and carbon monoxide is provided. The catalyst consists essentially of rhodium, the rhodium being usually supported on a carrier. In the process, a mixture gas of a hydrocarbon such as naptha, gasoline and propane and an oxidizer such as air and/or oxygen is contacted with the rhodium catalyst at an elevated temperature.

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