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Direct epoxidation process

US7550610B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 28, 2008
Grant dateJun 23, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 29, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J8/228
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • 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. The gas bubbles in the slurry are in a churn-turbulent flow regime. The process gives improved yield and operational and maintenance advantages.

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