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Novel technologies of nitrogen-based compounds

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Abstract

This paper discusses the main technological solutions used in the production of key nitrogen derivatives such as nitrobenzenePatrz)"?>, aniline, ethanolaminePatrz)"?>, and methylene diphenyl diisocyanate. The technologies presented are not only already functioning technologies, but also the newest installations that are at the testing stage.

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