New Update: Methanol-to-Olefins (MTO) Technology Deep Dive

Technology Type
Methanol To Olefins
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Kokel, Nicolas
9/3/2025 5:53 AM



πŸš€ We've published a comprehensive assessment of MTO/DMTO technologies on ppPLUS, covering the complete value chain from coal gasification through polymer-grade olefins production.

πŸ”¬ Key Technical Insights:
βœ… Detailed reactor design (fluidized-bed at 400-450°C, 3 bar)
βœ… Process optimization including methanol + steam co-feeding for catalyst stability
βœ… Complex product recovery requiring cryogenic separation (-90°C demethanizer)
βœ… Comprehensive market analysis showing China's dominance (24 commercial plants up to March 2021)

πŸ“Š Technology Landscape (up to March 2021):
🟒 DMTO (DICP/Sinopec): 68.6% global market share, 15.25 MMTA capacity
🟒 UOP/Hydro-MTO: 15.8% market share, proven alternative
🟒 Sinopec S-MTO: 15.6% market share, growing presence

The assessment includes detailed process flowsheets, economic considerations, and real-world applications from Shenhua Baotou to the latest mega-projects like Inner Mongolia Baofeng's 3 Mt/y facility.

Essential reading for anyone involved in coal-to-chemicals, methanol upgrading, or olefins production planning.

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