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Process for reducing the total sulfur content of Claus off-gases

Patent ·
OSTI ID:7208320
The sulfur content of off-gases from processes such as the Claus process is treated by catalytically oxidizing the sulfur compounds to sulfur dioxide. By use of specific catalytic materials, low temperatures of reaction and minimal SO/sub 3/ formation are achieved.
Assignee:
Shell Development Co.
Patent Number(s):
US 4012486
OSTI ID:
7208320
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English