The isomerisation of lactose to lactulose catalysed by alkaline ion-exchangers

B.F.M. Kuster, J.A.W.M. Beenackers, Hessel van der Baan

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Abstract

Lactulose is industrially produced by the homogeneous alkali catalysed isomerisation of lactose. The use of heterogeneous alkaline ion-exchangers as catalyst can result in a simpler overall process and in higher selectivities.

The effect of the type of ion-exchanger, particle diameter, temperature and sugar concentration on the kinetics has been studied. A kinetic model is given which can be used to describe the experimental results. Loss of selectivity can occur due to a limiting diffusion rate. High sugar concentrations are beneficial for a high yield.

Some proposals are given for process improvements.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHeterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals II : proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium, Poitiers
EditorsM. Guisnet, J. Barrault, C. Bouchoule, D. Duprez
Place of PublicationAmsterdam
PublisherElsevier
Pages215-221
ISBN (Print)9780444885142
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1991
EventHeterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals : 2nd International Symposium - Poitiers, France
Duration: 2 Oct 19905 Oct 1990

Publication series

NameStudies in Surface Science and Catalysis
Volume59
ISSN (Print)0167-2991

Conference

ConferenceHeterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals : 2nd International Symposium
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityPoitiers
Period2/10/905/10/90

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