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Catalyst for the isomerization of aromatics

US4939110A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 14, 1989
Grant dateJul 3, 1990
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Expiry dateAug 14, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P20/52
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An improved catalyst is disclosed for the conversion of aromatic hydrocarbons which comprise a Group VIII metal, lead, a pentasil zeolite, and an inorganic oxide binder, wherein 80-100% of the Group VIII metal and 60-100% of the lead are contained on the binder. An alkylaromatic isomerization process also is disclosed which is particularly effective for the conversion of ethylbenzene without substantial loss of xylenes.

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