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Sorbent composition

US8328908B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 29, 2008
Grant dateDec 11, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 9, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J2220/58
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides an apparatus and methods for removing heavy metals and heavy metal-containing compounds from fluid streams. The invention also provides new uses and methods for removing heavy metals and heavy metal-containing compounds from a natural gas stream, or a gas stream produced during the combustion or gasification of a fossil fuel, such as coal or petroleum fuels or oil.

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