Can Mordenite Be Used for Alkylation?

Yes. H-Mordenite can be evaluated as a solid-acid zeolite catalyst for alkylation when the reactant and product sizes fit the MOR channel system. It is especially relevant when strong acidity and one-dimensional pore selectivity are useful.

For bulkier aromatic alkylation systems, compare Mordenite with Beta zeolite, which has a more open three-dimensional 12-MR pore system. See the alkylation solution page or request a Mordenite sample for evaluation.