Guar gum and derivatives
Syensqo's Tiguar® plays a critical role in the development of shale gas and oil. Guar based fracturing fluids continue to be the most effective and reliable method for propagating fractures and placing proppant in a broad range of well conditions.
Features & Benefits
- Improved performance and reliability
- Used in extreme conditions
- Hydrates quickly
- Broad viscosity range
- Low residue
- Can be tailored to well specifications
- Cross-linkable with borate, zirconium, or titanium organic salts to further increase bond strength and stability
Our Products
Tiguar® 411 - Low viscosity, hydration in cold water and poor quality TDS water
Tiguar® 415 - High viscosity, high dispersion, recommended for batch jobs
Tiguar® HP8FF - High viscosity, fast hydration for large jobs done on the fly
Tiguar® 418 - Double derivatized for higher temperature applications, versatile in poor quality water