Wang Gyu Kim

Title: Wang Gyu Kim: Patent Activity in Carbonate Preparation

Introduction

Wang Gyu Kim is an inventor associated with Daejeon, South Korea, and Lotte Chemical Corporation. His patent work includes methods for preparing heterogeneous linear carbonates through transesterification reactions.

Latest Patents

Kim is associated with 2 patents, including the following inventions.

- Method of Preparing Heterogeneous Linear Carbonate Using Catalyst Having Excellent Solubility. This method performs a transesterification reaction of dimethyl carbonate (DMC) and ethanol (EtOH) using a catalyst selected from lithium methoxide, lithium ethoxide, sodium methoxide, sodium hydroxide, or a mixture of these substances. The catalyst is introduced in a dissolved state in a sulfoxide-based solvent.

- Method of Preparing Heterogeneous Linear Carbonate Using Amine-Based Compound Catalyst. This method performs a transesterification reaction of DMC and EtOH using an amine-based compound catalyst with a boiling point of at least 150°C.

Career Highlights

Kim’s listed patent activity focuses on catalyst selection and reaction methods for producing heterogeneous linear carbonates. His work is associated with Lotte Chemical Corporation.

Collaborations

Mi Hwa Baek and Jong Myung Choi are identified as Kim’s coworkers.

Conclusion

Wang Gyu Kim’s two listed patents address alternative catalyst approaches to preparing heterogeneous linear carbonates through the transesterification of DMC and ethanol.