[News & Trends]:The production method and process flow of isobutyraldehyde, and what are the commonly used raw materials

The manufacturing method of isobutyraldehyde is an important organic chemical raw material, widely used in fields such as medicine, pesticides, plastics, rubber, spices, etc. This article will introduce the manufacturing method of isobutyraldehyde, including raw materials, process flow, operating points, safety and environmental protection, and other aspects


1、 The main raw materials for manufacturing isobutyraldehyde are isobutanol and oxygen. Among them, isobutanol can be obtained through the cracking and fermentation of petrochemical raw materials, while oxygen can be obtained through air separation and other methods


2、 The manufacturing process of isobutyraldehyde mainly adopts the oxidation method, and its process flow is as follows: Add isobutanol and catalyst to the reactor, and introduce oxygen for oxidation reaction


2. The isobutyraldehyde and water vapor produced by the reaction are condensed in the condenser and then enter the separator for separation


3. Isobutyraldehyde is discharged from the upper part of the separator and further refined; Water vapor is discharged from the bottom and can be recycled


3、 Key points of operation 


1 Control the reaction temperature and pressure to ensure a smooth reaction


2. Choose appropriate catalysts to improve reaction rate and selectivity


3. Regularly maintain and repair equipment to ensure its normal operation


4、 Safety and Environmental Protection 


1 During the production process, strict adherence to safety operating procedures is necessary to ensure the safety of employees and equipment


2. Effectively treat the generated pollutants such as exhaust gas and wastewater to meet environmental requirements before discharging


3. Strengthen production management, reduce phenomena such as running, emitting, dripping, and leaking during the production process, and improve resource utilization efficiency


In summary, the manufacturing method of isobutyraldehyde involves multiple aspects and requirements, which need to be comprehensively considered and implemented in the actual production process to ensure product quality and production safety and environmental protection.