Catalyst for purifying exhaust gases and method for producing same

摘要

A catalyst for reducing nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons, the noxious components in exhaust gases from internal combustion engines, etc., comprising: a porous carrier consisting essentially of zirconia and at least one oxide selected from the group consisting of cerium oxide, manganese oxide and iron oxide; and a metal as a catalyst ingredient supported thereon selected from the group consisting of platinum, palladium and mixtures thereof. A method for producing the aforesaid catalyst.