Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process)

CH3OH + CO → CH3COOH

概述

Methanol reacts with carbon monoxide in the presence of a rhodium-iodide catalyst to form acetic acid. The Monsanto process (and its successor, the Cativa process using iridium) is the dominant industrial method for acetic acid production.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Methanol CH₃OH 1 (l)
反应物 Carbon Monoxide CO 1 (g)
产物 Acetic Acid CH₃COOH 1 (l)

日常示例

White vinegar contains approximately 5% acetic acid, though commercial vinegar is typically produced by fermentation rather than this industrial process.

工业重要性

全球每年通过该工艺生产超过1600万吨乙酸，是醋酸乙酯、聚乙酸乙烯酯（PVA胶）和乙酸纤维素的主要原料。

属性

类型
Synthesis
可逆
否
能量
放热
ΔH
-138.6 kJ/mol
催化剂
Rhodium/iodide complex

相关反应

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Tungsten Carbide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process)?
The balanced equation is: CH₃OH + CO → CH₃COOH.
What type of reaction is Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process)?
Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process) is a synthesis reaction.
Is Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process) exothermic or endothermic?
Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -138.6 kJ/mol.
What conditions are needed for Synthesis of Acetic Acid (Monsanto Process)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Rhodium/iodide complex).