Degradable surfactants and methods for use

Details Degradable surfactants and methods for use Degradable surfactants and methods for use

2005-05-12

2010-02-16

Kugel, Timothy J. (Department: 1796)

Earth boring, well treating, and oil field chemistry

Well treating

Contains organic component

C166S308100, C166S308200, C166S308600, C507S118000, C507S922000, C516S018000, C516S019000, C516S028000, C516S030000, C516S074000, C516S075000, C516S076000

Reexamination Certificate

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07662753

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to compositions for treating subterranean formations. A treatment fluid that comprises an aqueous liquid, and a degradable surfactant derived from a degradable polymer is provided. Also provided are emulsified treatment fluids and foamed treatment fluids that comprise degradable surfactants derived from degradable polymers.

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