Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Solvay MI496 Catalyst

Solvay MI496 Catalyst is a high-performance heterogeneous catalyst from Solvay’s MI Series, specifically engineered for selective hydrogenation in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. It features optimized palladium dispersion on a tailored carbon support, delivering exceptional activity, reproducibility, and low metal leaching under mild conditions. Widely used in API manufacturing, it ensures robust scalability and regulatory compliance.
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Features Of Solvay MI496 Catalyst

  1. Highly selective for asymmetric epoxidation of allylic alcohols.

  2. Thermally stable up to 80 °C under controlled reaction conditions.

  3. Low metal leaching (<0.5 ppm Pd) ensures product purity and catalyst recyclability.

  4. Compatible with common industrial solvents including toluene, THF, and ethyl acetate.

  5. Supplied as a ready-to-use, pre-activated solid formulation—no in-situ activation required.

Typical Applications Of Solvay MI496 Catalyst

  1. Production of chiral epoxy alcohols for pharmaceutical intermediates.

  2. Synthesis of fine chemicals in agrochemical active ingredient manufacturing.

  3. Enantioselective oxidation steps in specialty polymer precursors.

  4. Lab-scale and pilot-plant development of green oxidation processes.

  5. Continuous-flow catalytic epoxidation systems requiring robust heterogeneous performance.

Specifications Of Solvay MI496 Catalyst

Chemical TypePalladium–tartrate complex on silica support
Product FormFree-flowing grayish-brown granular solid
AppearanceUniform granules, 0.5–1.2 mm diameter
Primary ApplicationsAsymmetric epoxidation of allylic alcohols
Key FeaturesPre-activated, air-stable, solvent-compatible
Storage ConditionsStore at 2–8 °C under inert atmosphere; protect from moisture
Shelf Life24 months from date of manufacture when stored properly
Handling PrecautionsUse in well-ventilated area; avoid inhalation of dust


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