Xanthan gels in brines and methods of using such xanthan gels in subterranean formations
US6987083B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC09K8/08
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Xanthan gels hydratable in brine, methods of making these xanthan gels, and methods of using these compositions in subterranean formation applications, such as gravel packing, are provided herein.
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