Shale Inhibitor

POTASSIUM FORMATE

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

POTASSIUM FORMATE is a high-purity, dry crystalline organic salt used to formulate solids-free work over and completion fluids ranging in density from 8.4 to 13.1 lb/gal.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance White Powder
Specific Gravity 1.91g/cm3
Boiling Point 168°C
Solubility Soluble in water

APPLICATION

  • POTASSIUM FORMATE is used for solids-free workover and completion operations which require densities ranging from 8.4 to 13.1 lb/gal and to reduce potential formation damage resulting from clay swelling or clay dispersion or migration.
  • POTASSIUM FORMATE fluids provide an excellent chloride-free, environmentally benign alternative to more traditional high-density brines.

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT

Formulate as per appropriate brine tables.

PACKAGING

POTASSIUM FORMATE is packaged in 25 kg multi-wall waterproof sacks and 1 MT big bags.

You must be a registered user to view and/or download product sheets