Method for cleaning organically fouled anion exchange resins

摘要

Methods for cleaning organically fouled anion exchange resins are disclosed. In addition to cleaning with brine and/or caustic, the fouled resins are contacted with an aqueous solution comprising an effective cleaning agent having the formula R-O-H wherein R is alkyl (C1-C4) or hydroxylated alkyl (C1-C4). Isopropanol is preferred.