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Method of controlling self-ignition of low rank coal

US4759772A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 1987
Grant dateJul 26, 1988
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Expiry dateJul 22, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10L9/10
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Self-ignition of low rank coal is inhibited by application of a permanganate salt, such as potassium permanganate, together with a phosphorus compound, such as a phosphoric or polyphosphoric acid. The inhibitors are applied in aqueous solution following drying of the particulate coal. The combination treatment is much more effective than the use of a permanganate salt alone.

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