Al-RUB-41: a shape-selective zeolite catalyst from a layered silicate

Chem Commun (Camb). 2011 Feb 14;47(6):1812-4. doi: 10.1039/c0cc03895d. Epub 2010 Dec 6.

Abstract

A new zeolite catalyst, Al-RUB-41, was synthesized for the first time. It was tested as a catalyst in methanol amination, and showed a shape-selective performance that results in a highly favorable product distribution. The shape-selective nature was also evidenced by using Pt-Al-RUB-41 as a bifunctional catalyst for decane hydroconversion. With its unique pore architecture and remarkable shape-selective character, Al-RUB-41 presents a significant commercial potential in industrial catalysis.