Clariant launches propane dehydrogenation catalyst to reduce fouling during operation
Last update on Apr 29, 2026
Clariant has introduced CATOFIN 1000, a new propane dehydrogenation (PDH) catalyst. The product is built on the company’s CATOFIN 310 Series, which is already in commercial use.
According to Clariant, CATOFIN 1000 offers improvements in selectivity and productivity, along with an extended catalyst lifetime. The company also states that the catalyst can reduce tar precursors by up to 20%, which contributes to lower fouling during operation. These characteristics, Clariant notes, can support efforts to improve operational efficiency and plant performance.
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Real-time data supports performance tracking
Clariant indicates that the catalyst can be used in combination with its CLARITY™ digital service portal. The platform provides continuous access to real-time catalyst performance data, along with tools for visualization, analysis, and monitoring. The company reports that the service is applied across its catalyst portfolio to support plant efficiency, sustainability, and safety metrics.
Jace Wang, vice president and head of Propylene at Business Unit Catalysts commented, “With the introduction of CATOFIN 1000, we continue to push the boundaries of catalyst innovation. This latest advancement demonstrates our unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive superior performance for our customers in the propylene industry. The significant reduction in tar precursors and fouling, combined with enhanced selectivity and productivity, represents a major step forward in PDH technology.”
CATOFIN technology is used for the production of olefins such as propylene, isobutylene, and butylene/butadiene. According to the company, the process combines its catalysts and Heat Generating Material (HGM) with process technology from Lummus. The company states that the technology has been selected for a number of PDH plants globally and continues to see adoption in new projects.
Clariant positions CATOFIN 1000 as an extension of this platform, with the reported reduction in tar precursors contributing to lower fouling-related downtime and maintenance requirements and supporting more stable operation over longer production cycles.
Since 2017, Clariant reports that CATOFIN technology has been selected for more than 40 projects worldwide, including a recent 1,200 KTA PDH project award in China.