VAPOR PHASE CARBONYLATION OF METHANOL WITH SOLID ACID CATALYSTS

Abstract

Abstract Vapor phase carbonylation of methanol was catalyzed by strong solid acids in the absence of halogen promoter under pressurized conditions. Methyl acetate, methyl formate and acetic acid were obtained as carbonylated product with dimethyl ether as main by product. Hydrocarbons were also formed at high temperature.