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Method for controlling bacteria in formations using molybdate

US10577529B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 9, 2018
Grant dateMar 3, 2020
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Expiry dateJul 9, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K2208/20
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A process includes injecting a molybdate or molybdate salt into a hydrocarbon-bearing formation, wherein no biocide is injected into the formation.

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