Method for the manufacture of new amine

The use of heterogeneous catalysts, especially Pd on carbon, addresses the challenges of large-scale amine synthesis by ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, with reduced risks and by-products, facilitating the production of amines.

AU2024393338A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-07-16EVONIK OPERATIONS GMBH
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Application Number
AU2024393338
Authority / Receiving Office
AU · AU
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-12-04
Filing Date
2024-11-29
Publication Date
2026-07-16

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Technical Problem

Existing methods for synthesizing amines are unsuitable for large-scale production due to risks of explosions, fires, and toxic waste disposal, as well as inefficiencies in catalyst recycling and by-product formation.

Method used

A process using heterogeneous catalysts under hydrogen reduction conditions, particularly with Pd supported on carbonaceous materials, to minimize risks and facilitate large-scale production of amines by reducing shock-sensitive materials, minimizing by-products, and enabling catalyst recycling.

Benefits of technology

Enables safe, efficient, and cost-effective large-scale production of amines with high yields and reduced by-product formation, while allowing for easy catalyst recovery and reuse.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a process and compositions for the manufacture of amines. In particular, a process for the manufacture of diamines comprising the steps of (a) contacting a nitrile compound having the formula (I) with an amine compound having the formula RdHN-Rc in the presence of a metal catalyst under hydrogen pressure.
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