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The document discusses the synthesis of glycerol carbonate (GC) through transesterification of ethylene carbonate with glycerol and carbonylation with urea using hydrotalcite catalysts. It identifies the optimal catalyst as a strong basic Al/Ca-mixed oxide, achieving high glycerol conversion and selectivity at low temperatures. The study emphasizes the importance of bifunctional acid-base catalysts for enhancing reaction efficiency and selectivity in GC production.

Author

Andaran Simbolon

Language

EN