Journal of Canadian Petroleum Technology, Vol.44, No.12, 22-24, 2005
Acetic acid demonstrates greater carbonate dissolution than typically expected
Stimulation of carbonate formations by acid dissolution has been an efficient method of improving hydrocarbon production. In high temperature applications, corrosion issues can limit usage, especially in chrome completions. Acetic acid has been used with some success. Experimental data is presented that illustrates the advantage of in situ dilution of acetic acid for removal of carbonate rock under high temperature conditions.