(1) CONDEA Vista Company, 12024 Vista Parke Dr., 78726 Austin, TX
Abstract:
Insertion of propylene oxide into methyl esters is accomplished using a proprietary alkoxylation catalyst. The alkoxylation
mechanism is believed to involve transesterification between the alkoxylated metal-alkoxide of the catalyst and the ester.
Optimal alkoxylation conditions are discussed. The effect of inserting propylene oxide prior to ethoxylation on surface properties
and foam performance is examined.
Presented at the annual meeting of the American Oil Chemists' Society, Seattle, WA, May 1997.