Process for the isomerisation of xylenes with simultaneous conversion of ethylbenzene

摘要

This invention is drawn to a process for isomerizing a non-equilibrium mixture of xylenes and ethylbenzene using a catalyst comprising a zeolite, a platinum-group metal and an aluminophosphate binder or silica, resulting in a greater yield of para-xylene at favorable conditions compared to processes of the known art. <IMAGE>