Process for the isomerization of olefins

U.S. Patent Number: 5321195

Abstract: A process for the skeletal isomerization of n-olefins containing at most 20 carbon atoms, comprising bringing a charge containing olefins into contact with a catalyst based on alumina which is impregnated with a clearly determined amount of TuO.sub.2, and subjected to a s team treatment. The process is carried into effect in the presence of steam.

Inventors: Travers; Christine (Rueil Malmaison, FR), Burzynsky; Jean-Pierre (Sainte Foy Les Lyons, FR), Dagand; Jean (Paris, FR), Courty; Philippe (Houilles, FR)

Assignee: Institut Francais Du Petrole (Rueil Malmaison, FR)

Application Number: 08/013,599

Issued: 1994-06-14

Expired: 2006-06-14

Classes: 585/671

Field of search: 585/664,666,671

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