Shale Inhibitor

SODIUM FORMATE

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

SODIUM FORMATE is a high-purity, dry crystalline organic salt used to formulate brine used in drilling, workover and completion operations which require densities ranging from 8.4 to 11.0 lb/gal.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance White powder
Specific Gravity 1.91g/cm3
Melting Point 253°C
Solubility Soluble in water

APPLICATION

  • SODIUM FORMATE fluids are excellent shale stabilizers for water-sensitive clay/shale formations and clay-containing sandstones.
  • SODIUM FORMATE provides an environmentally safe alternative to chloride brines.

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT

Formulate as per appropriate brine tables.

PACKAGING

SODIUM FORMATE is packaged in 25 kg multi-wall, waterproof sacks, palletized as 40 sacks per pallet.

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