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Process for converting synthesis gas to paraffin wax

US5135958A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 30, 1991
Grant dateAug 4, 1992
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C2527/232
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process for converting synthesis gas to paraffin wax by conversion over a partially sulfided rhenium-aluminum borate catalyst containing an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal compound is disclosed. The inventive process and a catalyst provided highly efficient and selective conversion of synthesis gas to paraffin wax.

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