Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of 1,3-Butadiene (BD) production from mixed butenes using an oxidative dehydrogenation process. The process examined is similar to TPC/UOP Oxo-D process. In this process, butenes are catalytically dehydrogenated to produce a crude butadiene stream which is further purified to the final Butadiene product. In the purification step, raffinate is obtained as by-product. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): "Butadiene", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition Keywords: Petrotex, Oxidative Dehydrogenation, BD, Fixed-Bed Reactor, BASF, NMP extraction
Butadiene Production from Butenes - Cost Analysis - Butadiene E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of 1,3-Butadiene (BD) production from mixed butenes using an oxidative dehydrogenation process. The process examined is similar to TPC/UOP Oxo-D process. In this process, butenes are catalytically dehydrogenated to produce a crude butadiene stream which is further purified to the final Butadiene product. In the purification step, raffinate is obtained as by-product. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): "Butadiene", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition Keywords: Petrotex, Oxidative Dehydrogenation, BD, Fixed-Bed Reactor, BASF, NMP extraction
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of 1,3-Butadiene (BD) production from mixed butenes using an oxidative dehydrogenation process. The process examined is similar to TPC/UOP Oxo-D process. In this process, butenes are catalytically dehydrogenated to produce a crude butadiene stream which is further purified to the final Butadiene product. In the purification step, raffinate is obtained as by-product. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): "Butadiene", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition Keywords: Petrotex, Oxidative Dehydrogenation, BD, Fixed-Bed Reactor, BASF, NMP extraction
Polybutadiene Production via Solution Process - Cost Analysis - BR E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 105
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Polybutadiene production starting from n-butane. The process examined is similar to CB&I Lummus Catadiene process, integrated with a typical solution process. The main chemical reactions in this process are the dehydrogenation of n-butane, the extractive distillation of the Butadiene from dehydrogenation product and the polymerization of butadiene to Polybutadiene. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Butadiene," Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition (2) "Rubber, 3. Synthetic", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition (2) US Patent 20130172489, issued to LANXESS in 2013 Keywords: Houdry Catadiene, Sud-Chemie, Catalytic Dehydrogenation, BD, Fixed-Bed Reactor, BASF, NMP extraction, Polymerization, High-Cis Polybutadiene, NdBR, NiBR, BD
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 105
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Polybutadiene production starting from n-butane. The process examined is similar to CB&I Lummus Catadiene process, integrated with a typical solution process. The main chemical reactions in this process are the dehydrogenation of n-butane, the extractive distillation of the Butadiene from dehydrogenation product and the polymerization of butadiene to Polybutadiene. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Butadiene," Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition (2) "Rubber, 3. Synthetic", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition (2) US Patent 20130172489, issued to LANXESS in 2013 Keywords: Houdry Catadiene, Sud-Chemie, Catalytic Dehydrogenation, BD, Fixed-Bed Reactor, BASF, NMP extraction, Polymerization, High-Cis Polybutadiene, NdBR, NiBR, BD
Polychloroprene Production - Cost Analysis - CR E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 103
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Chloroprene Rubber (also known as Polychloroprene) production from butadiene and chlorine. 'The process examined is a typical vapor phase butadiene chlorination process, followed by a typical emulsion polymerization process. In this process butadiene is first chlorinated producing two chlorinated isomers, 1,4-dichloro 2-butene and 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. In a second step, 1,4-isomers are isomerized to 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. This chemical is then dehydrochlorinated in the presence of caustic soda producing chloroprene and sodium chloride. Finally, chloroprene is polymerized to form Polychloroprene. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Chloroprene", Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, 5th edition (2) "Polychloroprene", Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, 5th edition Keywords: Dupont, Chloroprene Rubber, Neoprene, Chlorination, Neoprene, Chloroprene Rubber, 2-Chlorobuta-1,3-Diene, Synthetic Rubbers
Publisher: Intratec
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 103
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Chloroprene Rubber (also known as Polychloroprene) production from butadiene and chlorine. 'The process examined is a typical vapor phase butadiene chlorination process, followed by a typical emulsion polymerization process. In this process butadiene is first chlorinated producing two chlorinated isomers, 1,4-dichloro 2-butene and 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. In a second step, 1,4-isomers are isomerized to 3,4-dichloro 1-butene. This chemical is then dehydrochlorinated in the presence of caustic soda producing chloroprene and sodium chloride. Finally, chloroprene is polymerized to form Polychloroprene. This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Chloroprene", Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, 5th edition (2) "Polychloroprene", Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, 5th edition Keywords: Dupont, Chloroprene Rubber, Neoprene, Chlorination, Neoprene, Chloroprene Rubber, 2-Chlorobuta-1,3-Diene, Synthetic Rubbers
LLDPE Production via Slurry Process - Cost Analysis - LLDPE E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324759
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-hexene using a slurry process. The process examined is similar to Chevron Phillips process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 20120282144, issued to Chevron in 2012; (2) US Patent 7629421, issued to Chevron in 2009 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Isobutane, Slurry Reactor, Loop Reactor
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324759
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) production from polymer grade (PG) ethylene and 1-hexene using a slurry process. The process examined is similar to Chevron Phillips process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 20120282144, issued to Chevron in 2012; (2) US Patent 7629421, issued to Chevron in 2009 Keywords: Ethene, PE, Isobutane, Slurry Reactor, Loop Reactor
Butanediol Production from Succinic Acid - Cost Analysis - Butanediol E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324503
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of 1,4-Butanediol (BDO) production from succinic acid using a hydrogenation process. The process examined is similar to BioAmber process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 20110245515, issued to BioAmber in 2011; (2) WO Patent 2012158180, issued to BioAmber in 2012 Keywords: BDO, Butanedioic Acid, Fixed-Bed Reactor, Hydrogenation
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324503
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of 1,4-Butanediol (BDO) production from succinic acid using a hydrogenation process. The process examined is similar to BioAmber process. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) US Patent 20110245515, issued to BioAmber in 2011; (2) WO Patent 2012158180, issued to BioAmber in 2012 Keywords: BDO, Butanedioic Acid, Fixed-Bed Reactor, Hydrogenation
Chlorine Production from Hydrogen Chloride - Cost Analysis - Chlorine E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324651
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of secondary Chlorine production from hydrogen chloride. The process examined is similar to the Kel-Chlor process, proprietary technology based on the Deacon process. In this process, anhydrous hydrogen chloride is subjected to an oxidation reaction in the presence of catalysts producing Chlorine. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) Keywords: Secondary chlorine, hydrogen chloride waste treatment, HCl, cholrine recovery
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324651
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of secondary Chlorine production from hydrogen chloride. The process examined is similar to the Kel-Chlor process, proprietary technology based on the Deacon process. In this process, anhydrous hydrogen chloride is subjected to an oxidation reaction in the presence of catalysts producing Chlorine. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) Keywords: Secondary chlorine, hydrogen chloride waste treatment, HCl, cholrine recovery
Carbon Fiber Production from Pitch - Cost Analysis - Carbon Fiber E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324384
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Carbon Fiber production from pitch. The process starts with a preparation step that converts the pitch into mesophase pitch. The mesophase pitch is then stabilized and passes through carbonization, graphitization, surface treatment and sizing, before being winded. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Fibers, 5. Synthetic Inorganic", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition; (2) US Patent 4999099, issued to Conoco in 2011; (3) Chung, D.D.L., Carbon Fiber Composites, 1994 Keywords: Carbon Fiber, Petroleum Pitch, Coal Tar Pitch, Mesophase Pitch
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324384
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Carbon Fiber production from pitch. The process starts with a preparation step that converts the pitch into mesophase pitch. The mesophase pitch is then stabilized and passes through carbonization, graphitization, surface treatment and sizing, before being winded. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): (1) "Fibers, 5. Synthetic Inorganic", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition; (2) US Patent 4999099, issued to Conoco in 2011; (3) Chung, D.D.L., Carbon Fiber Composites, 1994 Keywords: Carbon Fiber, Petroleum Pitch, Coal Tar Pitch, Mesophase Pitch
Ethylene Glycol Production from Carbon Dioxide - Cost Analysis - MEG E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324139
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 53
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Monoethylene Glycol (MEG) production from carbon dioxide (CO2) using an electrochemical process. The process examined is similar to Liquid Light process. In this process, CO2 is electrochemically converted to oxalic acid, which is then hydrogenated to MEG.This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses:* Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up* Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs* Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements* Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure)This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s):US Patents 20140221684 and 20140206895, both issued to Liquid Light in 2014Keywords: Ethylene Glycol, Fiber Grade, Hydrogen Bromide, Bromine, 1,2-Ethanediol
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324139
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 53
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Monoethylene Glycol (MEG) production from carbon dioxide (CO2) using an electrochemical process. The process examined is similar to Liquid Light process. In this process, CO2 is electrochemically converted to oxalic acid, which is then hydrogenated to MEG.This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses:* Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up* Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs* Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements* Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure)This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s):US Patents 20140221684 and 20140206895, both issued to Liquid Light in 2014Keywords: Ethylene Glycol, Fiber Grade, Hydrogen Bromide, Bromine, 1,2-Ethanediol
Polycarbonate Production from BPA and DPC - Cost Analysis - PC E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324813
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Polycarbonate (PC) production from bisphenol A (BPA) and diphenyl carbonate. The process examined is a typical melt process. This process is based on the transesterification reaction of BPA with diphenyl carbonate to produce Polycarbonate. During the reaction, phenol is removed and obtained as a by-product. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): "Polycarbonates", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition Keywords: Thermoplastic Polymer, Polycondensation, SABIC, Mitsubishi, Asahi
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 1945324813
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of Polycarbonate (PC) production from bisphenol A (BPA) and diphenyl carbonate. The process examined is a typical melt process. This process is based on the transesterification reaction of BPA with diphenyl carbonate to produce Polycarbonate. During the reaction, phenol is removed and obtained as a by-product. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) This report was developed based essentially on the following reference(s): "Polycarbonates", Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th edition Keywords: Thermoplastic Polymer, Polycondensation, SABIC, Mitsubishi, Asahi
Butanol Production from Propylene and Syngas - Cost Analysis - Butanol E21A
Author: Intratec
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 194532452X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of n-Butanol production from propylene and syngas. The process examined is similar to the LP OXO technology jointly licensed by JM Davy and Dow, employing Selector 30 catalyst. In this process, the production ratio of n- to iso-butyraldehyde in the oxo reaction is about 30. The isobutyraldehyde is separated as a by-product and the n-butyraldehyde is hydrogenated to form n-Butanol as the final product. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) Keywords: Oxo Alcohol, Butyl Alcohol, n-Butanol, Johnson Matthey, Dow, LP Oxo, SELECTOR
Publisher: Intratec Solutions
ISBN: 194532452X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
This report presents a cost analysis of n-Butanol production from propylene and syngas. The process examined is similar to the LP OXO technology jointly licensed by JM Davy and Dow, employing Selector 30 catalyst. In this process, the production ratio of n- to iso-butyraldehyde in the oxo reaction is about 30. The isobutyraldehyde is separated as a by-product and the n-butyraldehyde is hydrogenated to form n-Butanol as the final product. This report examines one-time costs associated with the construction of a United States-based plant and the continuing costs associated with the daily operation of such a plant. More specifically, it discusses: * Capital Investment, broken down by: - Total fixed capital required, divided in production unit (ISBL); infrastructure (OSBL) and contingency - Alternative perspective on the total fixed capital, divided in direct costs, indirect costs and contingency - Working capital and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up * Production cost, broken down by: - Manufacturing variable costs (raw materials, utilities) - Manufacturing fixed costs (maintenance costs, operating charges, plant overhead, local taxes and insurance) - Depreciation and corporate overhead costs * Raw materials consumption, products generation and labor requirements * Process block flow diagram and description of industrial site installations (production unit and infrastructure) Keywords: Oxo Alcohol, Butyl Alcohol, n-Butanol, Johnson Matthey, Dow, LP Oxo, SELECTOR