CITRIC ACID
CITRIC ACID (C6H8O7) is a multi-purpose weak organic acid used as a pH controller and preservative.
Application
CITRIC ACID can be used to control the pH of mud systems by reducing the alkalinity of the system. In low concentrations CITRIC ACID acts as a preservative in biodegradable systems, slowing the onset of degradation and fermentation. CITRIC ACID in the proper concentrations can facilitate cross linking in polymer systems.
Advantages
- Non-toxic
- Effectively reduces the pH of mud systems
- Preserves biopolymer systems
Typical Usages
| Typical Amounts of CITRIC ACID Added to freshwater | ||
|---|---|---|
| Drilling Application | lb/bbl | kg/m³ |
| pH control | 0.1 - 0.2 | 0.2 - 0.5 |
Typical Properties
| Physical Appearance | White granules; odorless |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 1.665 @ 20°C |
| Solubility | Soluble |
| pH | 2.2 (0.1 N solution) |
Packaging
CITRIC ACID comes in 50lbs (22.7kg) bags with 48 bags/pallet