Copper-chromium catalyzed hydrogenation of polyunsaturated oils
US6716155B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11C3/126
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A process for the hydrogenation of a polyunsaturated oil, wherein said oil is reacted with hydrogen in the presence of a copper-chromium containing catalyst at a temperature of from about 200 to 300° C. and a pressure of from about 300 to 500 psig, for 3-8 hours. The reaction results in a product having a monounsaturated fatty acid percent conversion (i.e., monounsaturated fatty acid content) of from about 60-90%, preferably from about 70-90% and most preferably, from about 80-90%. The copper-chromium catalyst may also be recovered and reused without regeneration or further treatment prior to reuse.
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