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Catalyst for converting synthesis gas to paraffin wax

US5210060A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 1992
Grant dateMay 11, 1993
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2012

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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 catalyst provide highly efficient and selective conversion of synthesis gas to paraffin wax.

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