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Catalytic filtering of a Fischer-Tropsch derived hydrocarbon stream

US7150823B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 2003
Grant dateDec 19, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 31, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10G31/09
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel methods of treating a Fischer-Tropsch derived hydrocarbon stream with an active filtering catalyst are disclosed. Such methods are capable of removing soluble (and ultra-fine particulate) contamination, fouling agents, and/or plugging precursors from the Fischer-Tropsch derived hydrocarbon stream such that plugging of the catalyst beds of a subsequent hydroprocessing process is substantially avoided.

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