Dual-template synthesis of HZSM-5 zeolites with tailored activity in toluene methylation with CH3Br

摘要

Shape-selective zeolites(UZ-x/y) were synthesized by a one-pot method using TPAOH(y) and/or MeEt3 N^+I^-(x) as templates.The use of MeEt3 N^+I^- affects the crystal growth and the distribution of acid sites on the external surface of the zeolites.The catalysts show excellent catalytic activity towards toluene alkylation with CH3 Br.With toluene conversion of 36.3% and p-xylene selectivity of 66.2%,HZ-40/0 is the most effective among the prepared catalysts,showing a p-xylene yield of 21.2%.The improved para-selectivity is mainly due to the decrease of acid sites on the external surface of the catalysts.