18506342. PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING BIOMONOMERS AND PRECURSORS FOR SAME simplified abstract (UOP LLC)
PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING BIOMONOMERS AND PRECURSORS FOR SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Yili Shi of Buffalo Grove IL (US)
Veronica G. Deak of Chicago IL (US)
Kristen E. Allaire of Chicago IL (US)
Joel T. Walenga of Lake Zurich IL (US)
PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING BIOMONOMERS AND PRECURSORS FOR SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18506342 titled 'PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING BIOMONOMERS AND PRECURSORS FOR SAME
- Simplified Explanation:**
The patent application describes a process for producing biomonomers and their precursors through a furoate carboxylation reaction using particles formed from furoates, an alkali base, and optionally a reaction promoter. The reaction produces dicarboxylates that can be used to create biomonomers like furan dicarboxylate methyl ester and furan dicarboxylic acid.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Furoate carboxylation reaction process for producing biomonomers and precursors.
- Use of particles formed from furoates, alkali base, and reaction promoter.
- Exposure to gaseous carbon dioxide and heating to produce dicarboxylates.
- Separation and utilization of dicarboxylates for biomonomer production.
- Potential Applications:**
The technology can be applied in the production of biomonomers for various industries such as bioplastics, bio-based chemicals, and renewable materials.
- Problems Solved:**
The process addresses the need for sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional petrochemical-based biomonomers.
- Benefits:**
- Reduction of reliance on fossil fuels.
- Lower carbon footprint in biomonomer production.
- Contribution to the development of a circular economy.
- Commercial Applications:**
The technology can be commercially utilized in the production of biodegradable plastics, sustainable packaging materials, and bio-based chemicals for various industries.
- Questions about Biomonomer Production:**
1. How does the furoate carboxylation reaction contribute to the production of biomonomers? 2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using biomonomers in various industries?
Original Abstract Submitted
Processes for producing biomonomers and precursors for same. A furoate carboxylation reaction is conducted with particles formed from furoates and an alkali base and optionally a reaction promoter. The particles may be in a slurry. The parties are exposed to gaseous carbon dioxide and heated. The reaction produces dicarboxylates which can be separated and used to produce biomonomers like furan dicarboxylate methyl ester and furan dicarboxylic acid.
