METAL CHEM

Nickel Catalyst - METCAT™

Nickel catalysts are activated nickel metal particles with silica support embedded in hydrogenated vegetable oil or solid fats. They are specifically developed for the oils and fats industry. This catalyst shows superior catalytic performance along with excellent filtration properties
Physio-Chemical Properties

CAS NO:  7440-02-2
Molecular Formula: Ni/SiO₂
Support: Silica
Appearance: Greyish Black Coloured Pastilles

Storage
  • Store Drums in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight
  • Maintain Storage Temperatures between 5°C and 30°C (40°F to 86°F)
  • Drums should be kept tightly sealed and protected from freezing at all times
Shelf Life
  • When Stored as recommended, the catalyst has a shelf life of upto 12 months
  • The Product is packed under nitrogen to prevent oxidation
  • Once the Packaging is opened, It is advised to use catalyst with 2 months for optimal performance

Characteristics

High Catalytic Activity & Efficiency

Superior Selectivity

Optimized Surface Area & Particle Size

Excellent Thermal Stability

Excellent Thermal Stability

Excellent Filtration

Low Oil Retention

Grades of Nickel Catalyst

SR.NO

Grades Metal Chem

CAS NO

Nickel %

Application

Example

1

METCATT™ 888

7440-02-0

23+-1%

PARTIAL & FULL HYDROGENATION INDUSTRY OILS & FATTY ACIDS

RICE BRAN OIL, RICE BRAN FATTY ACID, PALM FATTY ACID, PALM 1 STEARIN FATTY ACID

2

METCATT™ 999

7440-02-0

23+-%

PARTIAL & FULL HYDROGENATION OF TRIGLYCERIDES

FOR EDIBLE OILS LIKE SOYABEAN, SUNFLOWER, MUSTARD OIL, EDIBLE RICE, BRAN OIL, CRUDE PALM OIL, MARGARINE SHORTENINGS, VANAPASTI

3

METCATT™ 666

7440-02-0

20+-%

PARTIAL & FULL HYDROGENATION OF TRIGLYCERIDES

FOR EDIBLE OILS LIKE SOYABEAN, SUNFLOWER, MUSTARD OIL, EDIBLE RICE, BRAN OIL, CRUDE PALM OIL, MARGARINE SHORTENINGS, VANAPASTI

4

METCATT™ 777

7440-02-0

23+-1%

LOW TEMPERATURE HYDROGENATION OF CASTOR OILS

CASTOR OIL

5

METCATT™ 555

7440-02-0

18+-1%

PARTIAL HYDROGENATION & ISOMERIZATION OF TRIGLYCERIDES AND FATTY ACID

MARGARINE & SHORTENINGS