| abstract |
A catalyst composition for converting ethanol to higher alcohols, such as butanol, is disclosed. The catalyst composition comprises at least one alkali metal, at least a second metal and a support. The second metal is selected from the group consisting of palladium, platinum, copper, nickel, and cobalt. The support is selected from the group consisting of Al 2 O 3 , ZrO 2 , MgO, TiO 2 , zeolite, ZnO, and a mixture thereof. |