Control Of N-(Phosphonomethyl) Iminodiacetic Acid Conversion In Manufacture Of Glyphosate

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18371627 titled 'Control Of N-(Phosphonomethyl) Iminodiacetic Acid Conversion In Manufacture Of Glyphosate

Simplified Explanation

The invention relates to the preparation of glyphosate from PMIDA, focusing on controlling the conversion of PMIDA and ensuring the quality of the glyphosate products.

Methods for controlling the conversion of PMIDA during the preparation of glyphosate.
Identification of reaction end points related to PMIDA conversion.
Preparation of glyphosate products with controlled PMIDA content.

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in the agricultural industry for the production of herbicides, specifically glyphosate-based products.

Problems Solved

1. Ensures the quality and purity of glyphosate products by controlling the PMIDA content. 2. Provides a more efficient and reliable method for the preparation of glyphosate from PMIDA.

Benefits

1. Improved quality control in glyphosate production. 2. Increased efficiency in the manufacturing process. 3. Enhanced product consistency and reliability.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing Glyphosate Production Process for Enhanced Quality and Efficiency

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to methods for controlling the conversion of PMIDA in glyphosate production processes, but specific examples are not provided in this patent application.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to existing methods for glyphosate production?

The patent application does not provide a direct comparison to existing methods for glyphosate production. Further research or information would be needed to determine the advantages of this technology over current practices.

What are the potential environmental impacts of using glyphosate products produced using this technology?

The patent application does not address the potential environmental impacts of using glyphosate products produced with this technology. Additional studies or assessments would be required to evaluate the environmental implications of this innovation.

Original Abstract Submitted

This invention relates to the preparation of N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine (“glyphosate”) from N-(phosphonomethyl)iminodiacetic acid (“PMIDA”), and more particularly to methods for control of the conversion of PMIDA, for the identification of reaction end points relating to PMIDA conversion and the preparation of glyphosate products having controlled PMIDA content.

18371627. Control Of N-(Phosphonomethyl) Iminodiacetic Acid Conversion In Manufacture Of Glyphosate simplified abstract (Monsanto Technology LLC)

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Control Of N-(Phosphonomethyl) Iminodiacetic Acid Conversion In Manufacture Of Glyphosate

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