Abstract: Maximum aluminum X-type zeolite, useful as a water softening detergent builder, is produced by a relatively short term reaction at controlled temperature (on the order of 45.degree.-75.degree. C.) in a caustic meta kaolin reactant mixture.

Abstract: Maximum Aluminum X-type zeolite is prepared in the form of essentially binderless aggregates. In the optimal case, the composition possesses the maximum theoretical zeolite cation content in a wide-pored zeolite as a solid, massive body.

Abstract: Neoalkanes of the formula R.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3 CCH.sub.3 are synthesized by hydrogenation of a neoacid of the formula R.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3 CCOOH or a neoalcohol of the formula R.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3 CCH.sub.2 OH, wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are the same or different alkyl of 1-10 carbon atoms, at a temperature of 250.degree.-500.degree. C. over a copper oxide/zinc oxide catalyst.

Abstract: Neoalkanols of the formula R.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3 CCH.sub.2 OH are synthesized by hydrogenation of a neoacid of the formula R.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3 CCOOH, wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are the same or different alkyl of 1-10 carbon atoms, at a temperature of 175.degree.-350.degree. C. and a hydrogen pressure of 10-100 Kg/cm.sup.2 over a copper oxide/zinc oxide hydrogenation catalyst.

Abstract: A method of preparing aromatics processing catalysts which comprises incorporating a noble metal with a member or members of a useful class of zeolites, with such incorporation occurring after zeolite crystallization, but prior to final catalyst particle formation, i.e. extrusion into particles. Said useful class of zeolites is characterized by a silica to alumina mole ratio of at least 12 and a Constraint Index in the approximate range of 1 to 12.

Abstract: A single particle catalyst composition prepared by forming a homogeneous mixture containing iron, a hydrogel matrix and a crystalline acidic aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica-to-alumina ratio of at least 12, a pore size greater than about 5 angstrom units, and a contraint index of about 1 to 12.

Abstract: A method of preparing aromatics processing catalysts which comprises incorporating a noble metal with a member or members of a useful class of zeolites, with such incorporation occurring after zeolite crystallization, but prior to final catalyst particle formation, i.e. extrusion into particles. Said useful class of zeolites is characterized by a silica to alumina mole ratio of at least 12 and a Constraint Index in the approximate range of 1 to 12.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the conversion of synthesis gas to a liquid hydrocarbon product having a boiling range of less than 400.degree. F. at a 90% overhead utilizing a novel catalyst prepared from finely divided iron powder or iron oxide. The novel method involves contacting synthesis gas with a single particle catalyst containing iron, a crystalline acidic aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica-to-alumina ratio of at least 12, a pore size greater than about 5 Angstrom units, and a constraint index of about 1 to 12, and a matrix. The catalyst does not contain promoters.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the conversion of synthesis gas to a liquid hydrocarbon product having a boiling range of less than 400.degree. F. at a 90% overhead utilizing a novel catalyst prepared from a water-insoluble organic iron compound. The novel method involves contacting synthesis gas with a single particle catalyst containing iron, a crystalline acidic aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica-to-alumina ratio of at least 12, a pore size greater than about 5 Angstrom units, and a constraint index of about 1 to 12, and a matrix. The catalyst does not contain promoters.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the conversion of synthesis gas to a liquid hydrocarbon product having a boiling range of less than 400.degree. F. at a 90% overhead utilizing a novel catalyst prepared from a water-insoluble organic iron compound. The novel method involves contacting synthesis gas with a single particle catalyst containing iron, a crystalline acidic aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica-to-alumina ratio of at least 12, a pore size greater than about 5 Angstrom units, and a constraint index of about 1 to 12, and a matrix. The catalyst does not contain promoters.

Abstract: A carbonylation process is provided for conversion of olefinically unsaturated hydrocarbons to a mixture of esters or acids with a high ratio of iso:normal ester or acid by reaction with carbon monoxide and a hydroxylic compound, said process being carried out in the absence of added hydrogen or oxygen and in the presence of a palladium salt complexed with an arsine or stibine ligand as catalyst; 2-10 additional moles of arsine or stibine ligand per mole of catalyst may be present in said process to further enhance the ratio of iso:normal product and to promote catalyst stability. The catalyst, for example, may be palladium dichloride bis(triphenylarsine) or palladium dichloride bis(tri-p-tolyl arsine).

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the conversion of synthesis gas to a liquid hydrocarbon product having a boiling point range maximum of less than 400.degree. F. at a 90% overhead and being a predominantly olefinic product. The novel method involves contacting synthesis gas with a single particle catalyst containing cobalt, a crystalline acidic aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica-to-alumina ratio of at least 12, a pore size greater than about 5 Angstrom units, and a constraint index of about 1 to 12, and a siliceous matrix. The catalyst does not contain promoters and the alumina content of the matrix is severely restricted.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the conversion of synthesis gas to a liquid hydrocarbon product having a boiling range of less than 400.degree. F. at a 90% overhead and containing approximately 5-25% of an aromatic product. The novel method involves contacting synthesis gas with a single particle catalyst containing iron, a crystalline acidic aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica-to-alumina ratio of at least 12, a pore size greater than about 5 Angstrom units, and a constraint index of about 1 to 12, and a siliceous matrix. The catalyst does not contain promoters and the alumina content of the matrix is limited.

Abstract: A catalytic process is provided for the selective production of para-xylene by contacting, under conversion conditions, a charge stock containing, as a major reactant, at least one hydrocarbon selected from the group consisting of toluene, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 olefin, a C.sub.5 -C.sub.10 naphthene, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 paraffin, and mixtures of the foregoing with a catalyst comprising a composite of a crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite and antimony oxide, said zeolite having a silica to alumina ratio of at least about 12 and a constraint index, as hereinafter defined, within the approximate range of 1 to 12.

Abstract: A catalytic process is provided for the selective production of para-xylene by contacting, under conversion conditions, a charge stock containing, as a major reactant, at least one hydrocarbon selected from the group consisting of toluene, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 olefin, a C.sub.5 -C.sub.10 naphthene, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 paraffin, and mixtures of the foregoing with a catalyst comprising a composite of a crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite and antimony oxide, said zeolite having a silica to alumina ratio of at least about 12 and a constraint index, as hereinafter defined, within the approximate range of 1 to 12.

Abstract: The conversion of lower olefins, such as ethylene or propylene, in effective contact with HZSM-11 catalyst at elevated temperatures to produce a product having a significant isobutane content.

Abstract: A catalytic process is provided for the selective production of para-xylene by contacting, under conversion conditions, a charge stock containing, as a major reactant, at least one hydrocarbon selected from the group consisting of toluene, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 olefin, a C.sub.5 -C.sub.10 naphthene, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.10 paraffin, and mixtures of the foregoing with a catalyst comprising a composite of a crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite and antimony oxide, said zeolite having a silica to alumina ratio of at least about 12 and a constraint index, as hereinafter defined, within the approximate range of 1 to 12.

Abstract: This specification discloses, as a composition of matter, a phosphorus-containing zeolite and discloses a method for preparing it. The composition is a crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite having a silica to alumina ratio of at least about 12, a constraint index of about 1 to 12, and containing phosphorus incorporated with the crystal structure thereof in an amount of at least about 0.78 percent by weight. The specification also discloses the use of the composition as a catalyst for the conversion of aliphatic compounds.

Abstract: A catalytic process, employing a novel catalyst, for converting lower monohydric alcohols and their ethers, especially methanol and dimethyl ether, to a hydrocarbon mixture mostly ethylene, propylene and mononuclear aromatics. The novel catalyst is a composite of antimony oxide and a crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite such as ZSM-5.

Abstract: A method of preparing aromatics processing catalysts which comprises incorporating a noble metal with a member or members of a useful class of zeolites, with such incorporation occurring after zeolite crystallization, but prior to final catalyst particle formation, i.e. extrusion into particles. Said useful class of zeolites is characterized by a silica to alumina mole ratio of at least 12 and a Constraint Index in the approximate range of 1 to 12.