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Process for producing a high quality lube base stock in increased yield

US5171422A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 11, 1991
Grant dateDec 15, 1992
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Expiry dateJan 11, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10G2400/10
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process is provided for producing a high quality lubricating oil base stock in increased yield. The process includes a hydrocracking step employing a catalyst composition comprising a zeolite of the faujasite type, e.g., zeolite USY, possessisng a silica:alumina ratio of at least about 50:1, and a hydrogenation component.

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