| Bentolite C is uniquely suited as a high yield catalyst in the production of polycarboxylic acids. As opposed to acidic catalyst, the neutral pH of Bentolite C minimizes saponification, an undesirable side reaction in this process. The yield of dimer acid, relative to higher molecular weight polycarboxylic acid forms, is maximized with the use of Bentolite C due to the neutral pH and controlled low iron content. The particle size of Bentolite C provides a high degree of surface area without impairing subsequent separation of the product.Information provided by Southern Clay Products |
