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Solvent refining process

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5942786
An improved process is described for solvent refining lubricating oil base stocks from petroleum fractions containing both aromatic and nonaromatic constituents. The process utilizes n-methyl-2-pyrrolidone as a selective solvent for aromatic hydrocarbons wherein the refined oil fraction and the extract fraction are freed of final traces of solvent by stripping with gaseous ammonia. The process has several advantages over conventional processes including a savings in energy required for the solvent refining process, and reduced corrosion of the process equipment.
Assignee:
Texaco Inc
Patent Number(s):
US 4294689
OSTI ID:
5942786
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English