Metathesis and isomerization convert renewable feedstocks into suberic acid, bypassing petroleum dependency.
A countercurrent reactor converts methane to higher hydrocarbons using catalytic particulate material.
Optimized EUO zeolite sodium levels suppress ring opening side reactions to boost para-xylene selectivity.
High-proportion benzene co-feeding reduces unexpected ring loss during transalkylation, preserving aromaticity and improving xylene yield.
High open macroporosity in the alumina catalyst accommodates coke deposits, maintaining active sites and extending durability during C4 alcohol dehydration.
Pre-separating dimethylpentane before isomerization simplifies purification, reducing energy consumption for high-purity cyclohexane.
Dehydrogenation converts C4 feedstocks to olefins for co-producing MTBE and alkylates, resolving limited flexibility in product slate adjustment.