Ketonization of long chain esters from transesterification of technical waste fats

Abstract

The methyl ester mixture obtained from rape oil, and the mixture of butyl esters produced from animal fatty acids, were converted into mixtures of ketones with a total yield above 65%. The experiments were performed at atmospheric pressure in a temperature range of 300-400°C using a standard flow system, with an iron catalyst modified with silicon, chromium, and potassium oxides, in the molar ratio of 100:2:1:0.1. The described method may extend the prospects of using waste technical fats. © 2001 Society of Chemical Industry.