Patent ID: 6254766
Filing Date: 2001-07-03
Classification: B01J,C10G

Abstract:
A sorbent composition suitable for removal of sulfur from cracked gasolines and diesel fuels which comprises:(a) zinc oxide;(b) silica;(c) alumina; and(d) nickelwherein said zinc oxide is present in an amount in the range of about 10 to about 90 weight percent;wherein said silica is present in an amount in the range of about 5 to about 85 weight percent;wherein said alumina is present in an amount in the range of from about 5 to about 30 weight percent; andwherein said nickel is present in a substantial reduced valence state and in an amount which effects the removal of organosulfur from a stream of cracked-gasolines or diesel fuel when contacted with same under desulfurization conditions.