Homologation of alkanols

Details Homologation of alkanols Homologation of alkanols

1976-08-30

1979-04-17

Thomas, Jr., James O.

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series

Organic compounds

Oxygen containing

252438, C07C 2900, B01J 2720

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041502469

ABSTRACT:
This invention provides an improved process for converting methanol into ethanol and ethanol precursors with higher efficiency than prior art methods. This invention further provides a novel heterogeneous co-catalyst system adapted for alkanol homologation which consists essentially of cobalt carbonyl and rhenium metal.

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