Telomerization of Ethylene and Carbon Tetrachloride Initiated by Alkanolamine and Metallic Salt

Abstract

Telomerization of ethylene and carbon tetrachloride was carried out in the range of 30°C and 90°C, using various alkanolamines with copper or iron chloride as initiators. In a stainless-steel autoclave, the reactions could be initiated by alkanolamine alone, and promoted by metal or metallic salt additives. The yield of the produced telomer was increased with the concentration of amine and added metallic salts as well as the temperature of reaction. However, the addition of metal or metallic salts showed negative effect under the higher concentration of amine. The composition of the produced telomer mixture was not dependent on the concentration of amine and metallic salts, but greatly influenced by the pressure of the reaction.