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Catalyst for olefin polymerization and process for production of olefin polymer

US6034187A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 1998
Grant dateMar 7, 2000
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08F110/02
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A novel catalyst for polymerization of olefin is provided which comprises a modified clay compound (a) having an average particle diameter of less than 10 .mu.m, a transition metal compound (b), and an organoaluminum compound (c). This catalyst exhibits improved initial polymerization behavior, and produces an olefin polymer of less ash content at a high productivity.

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