Hydrodesulfurization and Hydrondenitrogenation

Chemistry and Engineering

T. Kabe, A. Ishihara and W. Qian

Describes basic, practical aspects of the science and technology of hydrodesulfurization (HDS) and hydrodenitrogenation (HDN) which are among the most important of the catalytic reactions and key to coping with environmental pollution.

The development of efficient catalysts for the HDS and HDS processes is an essential and urgent research field. During oil refinement, the removal of sulfur and nitrogen compounds from petroleum feedstocks is crucial, as the emission of sulfur and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere causes severe environmental problems. In view of the industrial process for hydrocarbons, HDS is indispensable as it eliminates the poisoning of catalysts during hydrotreatment and hydrocracking.

In order to develop new catalysts, the mechanism of these reactions as well as the structures and functions of the catalysts have to be elucidated. This book provides an up-to-date and broad insight into the subject, spanning kinetic studies, catalytic cycles, structures and properties of catalysts to process engineering. It will serve as an invaluable source of information for every chemist and engineer working in this important field.

Full table of Contents

• Introduction to Hydrodesulfurization and Hydrodenitrogenation
• Reaction Profile in Hydrodesulfurization and Hydrodenitrogenation
• Structure of Hydrodesulfurization and Hydrodenitrogenation Catalysts
• Development of Novel Hydrodesulfurization and Hydrodenitrogenation Catalysts
• Process Engineering