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Invert emulsifiers for oil-base drilling muds

US4658036A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 3, 1985
Grant dateApr 14, 1987
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Expiry dateOct 3, 2005

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K8/32
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process is disclosed for preparation of invert emulsifiers useful for oil-base drilling muds. The emulsifiers are prepared by reacting at least one tall oil fatty acid with acrylic acid, maleic anhydride or fumaric acid. The product of this reaction is substantially reacted with diethylene triamine, and at least one tall oil fatty acid to give the invert emulsifier.

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