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Multiple-stage precipitation process for heavy metals in aqueous solution

US5262063A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 1992
Grant dateNov 16, 1993
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S210/911
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

In the process of removing heavy metals from aqueous solutions by precipitation of a salt thereof at increased pH, multiple stage precipitation by upward stepwise pH adjustment and solid separation at each stage is used to facilitate the manufacture of a product of high purity.

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