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Optimized production of aromatic dicarboxylic acids

US7615663B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 28, 2005
Grant dateNov 10, 2009
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C51/487
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is an optimized process and apparatus for more efficiently producing and purifying aromatic dicarboxylic acids (e.g., terephthalic acid). The optimized system employs at least one zoned slurry concentrator to enhance purification of the aromatic dicarboxylic acid.

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