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Well-treating compositions

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5906782
This apparatus provides a hydraulic fluid composition adapted for a fracturing of subterranean formations, which consists of 1) an aqueous medium, 2) methyl ether of polygalactomannan gum as a gelling agent, and 3) a breaker additive for subsequent reduction of fluid viscosity. The gelling agent and breaker additive are characterized by a low yield of hydrolysis residue. Thus, the permeability of the fractures is not impaired. 11 claims.
Assignee:
Celanese Corp.
Patent Number(s):
US 4169798
OSTI ID:
5906782
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English