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Direct epoxidation process

US7541479B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 27, 2008
Grant dateJun 2, 2009
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Expiry dateMay 27, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D301/10
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process is disclosed for reacting an olefin, hydrogen, and oxygen in a slurry comprising a catalyst and a solvent in a reactor having a column and at least one side arm. The column is operated in a churn-turbulent flow regime. The slurry is circulated through the side arm, filtered, and exits the reactor.

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