BLEACH (Sodium Hypochlorite) is a purification and a clarifying agent used in the drilling industry.
• Utilized as a clarifying agent in water-based drilling mud systems.
• Used to kill bacteria or degrade polymers such as xanthan gum.
The quantity of BLEACH required will depend on pilot testing.
1-10 L/m³ (initially) typical treatment range for water-based muds; follow up with
1L of BLEACH to 15m³ of drilling fluid.
Appearance: Clear green-yellow liquid
Specific Gravity: 1.17
Solubility: Soluble
pH: >12.0