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Oxazolidinium compounds and use as hydrate inhibitors

US8134011B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 26, 2010
Grant dateMar 13, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K2208/22
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Oxazolidinium compounds are formed by the reaction of a halohydrin or an epoxide with a secondary amine and an aldehyde or a ketone. The oxazolidinium compounds are formed directly and do not require the reaction of a pre-formed oxazolidine with an alkylating agent. The compounds are useful as gas hydrate inhibitors in oil and gas production and transportation.

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