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Title:

Novel Process for Manufacturing P-aminophenol (PAP) from p-nitrochlorobenzene (PNCB)
Value Proposition:
  • Improved and cost-effective process.
  • Inexpensive non-noble metal catalyst.
  • 100% conversion of PNCB to PAP.
  • Green technology: Organic solvent-free process.
  • Higher productivity as compared to the conventional processes.
  • Reduced water footprint (significant reduction in effluent generation compared to commercial processes)
  • Patent-protected technology.
Summary Application:

Key starting material (KSM) for the production of Paracetamol.
Advantages:

Cost-effective, sustainable, and viable alternative for domestic PAP production.
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory
CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory[CSIR-NCL]
:  director[at]ncl[dot]res[dot]in
:91-20- 25902600, 25902028
:http://www.ncl-india.org/
Industrial Applications: Formulations [Drugs and Pharmaceuticals] Personal care [Drugs and Pharmaceuticals]
Patent Application(s): IN202311061153
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