Abstract: A system for producing phthalic anhydride by the catalytic oxidation of naphthalene, wherein without creating a significant pressure drop in the system substantially all of the catalyst particles are removed from the product stream before the product stream is sent to a battery of switch condensers for recovery of the phthalic anhydride.
Abstract: A system for producing phthalic anhydride by the catalytic oxidation of naphthalene, wherein the system is characterized by reduced capital and operating costs due to lower operating pressures.