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  • Process for making 1,3-diols from epoxides
    Patent number: 4873378
    Abstract: A process for manufacturing 1,3-glycols is disclosed. The process comprises reacting an epoxide with synthesis gas in the presence of rhodium and a phosphine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1989
    Assignee: Hoechst Celanese Corporation
    Inventors: Mark A. Murphy, Brad L. Smith, Adolfo Aguilo', Kwoliang D. Tau