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Method for preparing dihydric phenols

US5426244A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 1994
Grant dateJun 20, 1995
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C37/60
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Phenols are reacted with a hydrogen peroxide in the presence of a crystalline titanosilicate catalyst and a cyclic ether, such as dioxane, as a solvent. The method provides especially high para-selectivity compared with conventional methods, and, at the same time, provides high yields of dihydric phenols versus hydrogen peroxide.

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