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Shale Gas & Hydraulic Fracturing Additives

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Water-soluble cellulose ether viscosifiers designed for slickwater and linear gel fracturing fluids, delivering efficient proppant suspension and clean gel breaking with minimal formation damage.

Product Overview

This grade family is tailored for shale gas and tight oil stimulation work, where it is used to build linear gel or serve as the base gel for cross-linked fracturing fluids. It offers an alternative to guar-based systems in projects where low-residue, allergen-free chemistry is preferred, or where local guar supply and pricing are a concern.

A controlled degree of substitution gives fast hydration on the fly at the wellsite and a clean break when combined with common oxidative or enzyme breaker systems. Low insoluble residue helps protect proppant pack conductivity after the treatment, while consistent iron and ash levels support a more formation-friendly fluid design overall.

ParameterTypical Value
AppearanceWhite to light yellow powder
Viscosity (1% solution, mPa·s)800 - 6,000, grade dependent
pH (1% solution)6.5 - 8.0
Moisture content≤ 10%
Insoluble residue≤ 2%
Iron content, max≤ 30 ppm
Typical hydration time10 - 30 minutes
Breaker compatibilityOxidative and enzyme breaker systems
Ionic characterNon-ionic

Application

This series is used in slickwater fracturing fluids, linear gel systems, and as the base polymer for borate or zirconate cross-linked gel used in shale gas and tight oil well stimulation, as well as in workover fluids for unconventional formations.

  • Primary gelling agent for linear gel fracturing fluids
  • Friction-reduction support in slickwater treatment fluids
  • Proppant transport and suspension medium during the pumping schedule
  • Compatible with common breaker systems for controlled viscosity decline after treatment
  • Suited to bottom-hole temperatures typically up to about 100°C, higher with an appropriate stabilizer package

Compatibility testing with the specific breaker package and formation or produced water is recommended before committing to a full-scale pumping schedule.

Advantages

Fast Hydration

Builds usable viscosity quickly, supporting continuous on-the-fly mixing at the wellsite.

Clean Break

Responds predictably to common breaker chemistries, helping restore proppant pack permeability.

Low Formation Damage

Low insoluble residue reduces the risk of pore-throat plugging near the wellbore.

Guar-Free Alternative

Offers a substitute where guar supply, allergen concerns, or residue limits are an issue.

Stable Proppant Suspension

Maintains carrying capacity across the pumping schedule for consistent placement.

Consistent Batch Quality

Tight control on viscosity and iron content supports repeatable fluid design job after job.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Why choose this over guar gum in a fracturing fluid design?

    A: It avoids some of the supply volatility and allergen concerns associated with guar, while still providing efficient viscosity build and clean breaking with standard breaker systems.

  • Q: How quickly does it hydrate in the field?

    A: Typical hydration time is around 10 to 30 minutes depending on mixing shear, water temperature and grade, which is generally fast enough for continuous mixing operations.

  • Q: What breaker systems work well with it?

    A: Both oxidative breakers and enzyme breaker systems are commonly used and generally give a clean, controllable viscosity decline.

  • Q: Does it leave residue that could damage the formation or proppant pack?

    A: Insoluble residue is kept low by manufacturing control, which helps limit pore-throat plugging, though residue levels should still be reviewed against the specific reservoir's sensitivity.

  • Q: What is the maximum recommended treatment temperature?

    A: Standard grades perform well up to roughly 100°C, and higher-temperature jobs are usually addressed with an added stabilizer package or a higher molecular weight grade.

  • Q: Can it be used in slickwater as well as gelled fluid systems?

    A: Yes, lower dosages are used for slickwater friction reduction support, while higher dosages build the full linear gel used in gelled fracturing fluids.

  • Q: How should it be stored and handled on location?

    A: Keep bags sealed and dry prior to use, since moisture pickup can cause clumping and slow, uneven hydration during mixing.

About Us
Zhejiang Yisheng New Material Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Yisheng New Material Co., Ltd. is a professional enterprise engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, application, and sales of cellulose ether, located in the Shangyu Economic and Technological Development Zone, part of the Hangzhou Bay National Industrial Park. With a core concept of safety, environmental protection, and sustainable development, the company boasts an annual production capacity of 15,000 tons of cellulose ether, offering a complete range of products including HEC (hydroxyethylcellulose), HEMC (hydroxyethyl methylcellulose), and HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose). Our products serve various sectors such as oil fields, coatings, dry powder mortar, cosmetics, personal care products, medicine, and many others. Yisheng has a global presence, providing stable cellulose ethers and services to customers worldwide.
As a professional China Shale Gas & Hydraulic Fracturing Additives Supplier and Shale Gas & Hydraulic Fracturing Additives Company, The company adheres to the principles of safety and environmental protection as the foundation of its development. It implements and further consolidates safety and environmental protection measures, striving to create green and environmentally friendly production processes, safe and effective control systems, and orderly production management. This approach lays a solid foundation for the company's sustainable development. Yisheng boasts a scientific management mechanism, a comprehensive quality management system, stringent product testing methods, advanced technology, state-of-the-art equipment, and high-quality after-sales service.
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