Synthesis, Physicochemical Properties, and Strength Profile of Hydroprocessing Catalyst Supports Based on Aluminosilicate Halloysite Nanotubes

Hydroprocessing catalyst supports based on aluminosilicate halloysite nanotubes with various alumina contents were synthesized. Their textural characteristics and acidic properties were investigated. The component composition and strength profile of cylindrical extrudates of the aluminosilicate supports were studied. The influence of the mass content of boehmite used as a binder on the physicochemical properties of the materials was established. The crush strength of the synthesized carriers based on aluminosilicate nanotubes was shown to be comparable or superior to those of industrial analogs.