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Gas hydrate inhibitors and methods for making and using same

US8932996B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 11, 2012
Grant dateJan 13, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K2208/32
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods relate to using phosphate and/or nitrate brines to reduce hydrate formation in flowlines under conditions conducive for hydrate formation in the absence of the phosphate and/or nitrate brine. The phosphate and/or nitrate brines may include compatible anti-corrosion additives.

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