Palladium catalysts are among the most frequently used noble metal catalysts and are utilized in numerous industrial applications. Palladium is characterized by high catalytic activity and selectivity and finds application in organic synthesis, petrochemicals, and off-gas purification.
Its primary areas of application include hydrogenation and dehydrogenation reactions, where unsaturated compounds are converted into saturated compounds or alcohols are converted into aldehydes or ketones. Furthermore, palladium is a key component in cross-coupling reactions such as the Suzuki and Heck couplings, which are used for the synthesis of organic molecules. Other fields of application include oxidation reactions, off-gas purification to reduce harmful emissions, and use in catalytic fuel cells.
Thanks to their high activity, selectivity, and versatility, palladium catalysts are well-suited for a wide variety of chemical processes. However, their application requires careful control of the reaction conditions and the raw materials used.
Typical application: Fine chemical hydrogenation of, for example, limonene in pharmaceuticals, food products, and fragrances. The catalysts are 2–4 mm spheres in bulk form. The
ActiSorb O3 is a Pd catalyst in the form of spheres, which is used in gas purification for oxygen removal in hydrogen (DeOXO) or for
