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Composition for removing scale deposits

US9145508B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 18, 2012
Grant dateSep 29, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 22, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K8/74
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An aqueous composition for removing scale deposits, especially on subsea equipment and a method of using the same. The aqueous composition comprises (a) a potassium phosphate compound; and (b) acetic acid. The composition is capable of dissolving away into seawater and poses little or no risk to the environment.

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