R. W. Wegman, D. C. Busby
Aug 15, 1985
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Journal of Molecular Catalysis
Abstract
Abstract The role of triphenylphosphine and solvents in the CoI 2 -catalyzed reductive carbonylation of methanol to acetaldehyde has been studied. When utilized within a controlled molar range, triphenylphosphine has little, if any, effect on the acetaldehyde rate and selectivity. It does serve to reduce corrosion to an acceptable level. Acetaldehyde selectivity is markedly improved by use of a solvent. With few exceptions, most solvents readily decompose under reaction conditions.