Processes for making catalysts with acidic precursors
US8815768B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P20/584
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to catalysts, to processes for making catalysts with acidic precursors and to chemical processes employing such catalysts. The catalysts are preferably used for converting acetic acid to ethanol. The catalyst comprises a precious metal and one or more active metals on a support, optionally a modified support.
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