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Production of alkenyl alkanoate catalysts

US5179056A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 18, 1991
Grant dateJan 12, 1993
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Expiry dateNov 18, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J37/06
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides a process for producing improved catalysts for the production of alkenyl alkanoates by the reaction of an alkene, an alkanoic acid and an oxygen-containing gas. The catalysts contain palladium, gold and a potassium promoter and are characterized by a reduced sodium content which results in increased catalyst activity. The reduced sodium content is obtained by using essentially sodium-free starting materials in the process for producing the catalysts.

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