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Glycerol conversion by heterogeneous catalysis

US9475742B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 5, 2013
Grant dateOct 25, 2016
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Expiry dateDec 5, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C51/295
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for preparing lactic acid is described, having a step of converting glycerol in the presence of a platinum-based heterogeneous catalyst on a zirconia-based support, in basic medium under inert atmosphere.

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