Phenol

KBR offers leading-edge phenol technology backed by the experience of completing more than 50 phenol projects worldwide. Over half of the world's phenol production capacity is based on the cumene-to-phenol technology we pioneered in 1952.

We are the sole licensor of the KBR/Hercules/BP Phenol Process, and we provide complete technology transfer to licensees.

We have a strong commitment to ongoing research and development for phenol technology. Our work has led to improvements like reduced capital and operating costs, improved plant safety and operability, improved yields and reduced emissions.

KBR phenol plants set the industry standard for reliability and safety, and offer:

• Optimized oxidation system
• Advanced cleavage system
• Elimination of heavy ends cracking
• High phenol and acetone yields
• High-quality phenol and acetone products
• Advanced alpha methyl styrene hydrogenation system
• High-efficiency energy integration system
• Integrated pollution prevention system
• Advanced process control