Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Phenol is an important chemical commodity utilized for several applications (e.g., polycarbonates, epoxy and phenolic resins, nylon). Its production starts from benzene and propylene and is based on a series of reaction steps. Among them the acid cleavage of cumyl hydroperoxide is characterized by the high reaction rate of the main reaction, together with a number of side reactions. During the 1980s a thorough kinetic study has been carried out by the researchers of Montedipe S.p.A. This activity led to the development of a comprehensive kinetic model including 14 differential equations and 15 parameters, then utilized for process operations and unit design. A review of the strategy adopted for the experimental activities is provided along with a discussion on model identification and parameter estimation.
Source: Chemie Ingenieur Technik
DOI: 10.1002/cite.70008
Author: Carlo Perego
Language: English
Subfield: Organic Chemistry
Field: Chemistry
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4411838431