Catalyst: KUT
Application
The KUT catalyst is used in various hydrogenation processes of natural oils and animal fats in a wide range of temperature and pressure.
Characteristics
The catalytic material is pre-reduced nickel-alumina mixture containing highly dispersed active nickel. It is mixed with diatomaceous earth for better filterability and coated with a hardened vegetable fat as protective medium. The catalyst is delivered as pellets/droplets.
| Chemical composition | Ni/NiO/Al2O3, diatomaceous earth, hardened fat |
| Form | pellets/droplets |
| Size [mm] | 4 ÷ 8 |
Advantages
- very high activity and good resistance to catalyst poisons
- good filterability
- good hardening results under various working conditions
- rapid distribution of the catalyst in the oil
- safe and simple handling of the catalyst
- suitable for Kosher applications