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Process for the selective preparation of acetaldehyde from methanol and synthesis gas

US4151208A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 1977
Grant dateApr 24, 1979
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Expiry dateDec 23, 1997

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J2531/845
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for selectively producing acetaldehyde which comprises contacting methanol, hydrogen and carbon monoxide with cobalt (II) meso-tetraaromaticporphine and an iodine promoter.

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