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Breakers containing iron compounds and their methods of use

US9920241B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 2014
Grant dateMar 20, 2018
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K2208/26
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and well treatment fluids for fracturing a subterranean formation penetrated by a well bore are provided, the method comprising injecting a well treatment fluid into the well bore at a pressure and flow rate sufficient to fracture the subterranean formation, wherein the well treatment fluid comprises an iron-containing breaker compound. The methods can be used to reduce viscosity of well treatment fluids.

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