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Catalyst based on cobalt and its use in the fischer-tropsch process

US6586481B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 4, 2002
Grant dateJul 1, 2003
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Expiry dateMar 4, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J2235/30
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A catalyst, which can be used in the Fischer-Tropsch process, and contains cobalt oxide having crystals with an average size ranging from 20 to 80 å supported on an inert carrier of alumina. A preparation process for the catalyst and a Fischer-Tropsch process utilizing the catalyst are also provided.

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