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Alkylation of Toluene to Mono-benzylated Toluene over Micro-mesoporous Zeolite: Effect of Post-synthetic Treatment and Catalytic Application

Authors :- Koshti H.; Bandyopadhyay M.; Kumar M.; Tsunoji N.; Bandyopadhyay R.

Publication :- European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry, Nov. 2023

This research study showcases the post-synthetic modification of Beta, ZSM-5, and Y-zeolite using acid and alkali treatment. The resulting catalysts were characterized, and their suitability for the synthesis of benzyl toluene via acid-catalyzed alkylation reaction was investigated. The enhanced catalytic properties observed in the alkali-treated Beta (Beta-BT) catalyst can be attributed to the generation of mesopores within the original microporous zeolite structure and the subsequent increase in the acidity of the catalyst.