Encapsulated breaker slurry compositions and methods of use
US6225262A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 29, 1998 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/2998
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An encapsulated breaker slurry composition for reducing the viscosity of a fracturing fluid. The slurry has a flashpoint above 93.degree. C., and the liquid of the slurry does not facilitate release of the breaker from the coating. Methods of using the slurry composition are also described.
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