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Methods for using non-volatile phosphorus hydrocarbon gelling agents

US8507412B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 27, 2011
Grant dateAug 13, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K2208/30
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

New fluids are disclosed for use in servicing subterranean formations containing oil and gas. In particular, an improved chemical gelling additive for hydrocarbon based fracturing fluids is disclosed having reduce, negligible or no volatile phosphorus at temperatures below about 250° C.

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