Selective Oxidation Catalysts for Formaldehyde (FA) Production
FAMAX™ Series
Edition Date :
February 06, 2026
FAMAX™ catalysts are used for partial oxidation of methanol to formaldehyde in fixed-bed tubular reactors. A broad portfolio of different catalyst types and shapes offer optimum solutions for all plant technologies and operating conditions. FAMAX catalysts are designed with a multi-layer approach tailored to the individual plant conditions. This ensures optimal catalyst activity and maximizes production performance and lifetime of the catalyst.
Product Information
Benefits
- Highly active iron-molybdenum-based catalysts
- Tailored multi-layer catalyst designs ensure operation at optimum range for high formaldehyde yields
- Low COx and low levels of unconverted methanol
- Customized catalyst design to suit each plant condition
- Specially shaped catalysts of the FAMAX DS series provide options for lowest pressure drop, maximizing plant capacity or efficiency
- The improved formulation of FAMAX 200 catalysts offers extended lifetime due to greater low- temperature activity and long-term stability
- Dedicated services for catalyst loading and performance evaluation
| Product composition | Iron-Molybdenum |
| Size | Smaller and bigger tablet sizes |
| Shape | Hollow cylinders and hollow cylinders with engravings |
