METHOD FOR PRODUCING A DEALUMINIZED CATALYST

摘要

A catalyst support comprising silicates is described. This catalyst support has a lower aluminum content than naturally occurring sheet silicates and can be used in the hydration of C₂ and C₃ olefins to produce C₂ and C₃ alcohols. A method for the production of the catalyst support and a process for hydrating C₂ and C₃ olefins are also described. One advantage of this catalyst support is the reduction in aluminum leaching that occurs when this catalyst is used in the presence of phosphoric acid.