Simultaneous catalytic removal of NO and chlorobenzene over Mn–Ce-Sm-Sn-Ox/P84 composite catalytic filter

The integration of surface filtration and catalytic decomposition functions in catalytic bags enables the synergistic removal of multiple pollutants (such as dust, nitrogen oxide, acid gases, and dioxins) in a single reactor, thus effectively reducing the cost and operational difficulties associated with flue gas treatment. In this study, Mn–Ce-Sm-Sn (MCSS) catalysts were prepared and loaded onto high-temperature resistant polyimide (P84) filter through ultrasonic impregnation to create composite catalytic filter. The results demonstrate that the NO conversion rates of the composite catalytic filter consistently achieve above 95 % within the temperature range of 160–260 °C, with a chlorobenzene T90 value of 230 °C. The ultrasonic impregnation method effectively loaded the catalyst onto the filter, ensuring high dispersion both on the surface and inside the filter. This increased exposure of catalyst active sites enhances the catalytic activity of the composite catalytic filter. Additionally, increasing the catalyst loading leads to a gradual decrease in permeability, an increase in pressure drops and the long residence time of the flue gas, thereby improving catalytic activity. Compared to ordinary impregnation methods, ultrasonic impregnation improves the bonding strength between the catalyst and filter, as well as the permeability of the composite catalytic filter under the same loading conditions. Overall, this study presents a novel approach to prepare composite catalytic filter for the simultaneous removal of NO and chlorobenzene at low temperatures.