Catalytic oxidation of methyl bromide using ruthenium-based catalysts

Ruthenium-based catalysts Ru/TiO2, Ru/SiO2, Ru/γ-Al2O3, and Ru/ZrO2 were prepared and evaluated for CH3Br oxidation, and Ru/TiO2 showed better catalytic performance than the other samples. The product yields and selectivities were also studied. The thermal stability was examined with a 48 h on-stream test. The influence of water vapor on the catalytic oxidation of CH3Br was studied at 210 °C and 230 °C, and it was found that the inhibition effect weakened with the increase in temperature. Additionally, Ru/TiO2 was also employed in the catalytic oxidation of CO, benzene, methyl acetate, and multi-pollutants of simulated PTA offgas.