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Removal of metal comtaminants from catalysts using buffered oxalic acid

US4522928A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 1984
Grant dateJun 11, 1985
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2004

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S502/516
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for removing metal contaminants from a hydroconversion catalyst, said catalyst containing at least one metal from Groups VIB, VIIB or VIII supported on a refractory inorganic oxide. The process comprises contacting the contaminated catalyst with a buffered oxalic acid solution wherein contaminant is removed without dissolving the support.

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