Production Chemicals
Explore our portfolio of advanced oilfield production chemicals, engineered to optimize hydrocarbon recovery, asset integrity, and field economics in the most demanding operating environments.
Demulsifiers
Demulsifiers are specialized surfactant-based formulations designed to destabilize and break emulsions formed during oil production, facilitating efficient oil-water separation. They work by reducing interfacial tension and disrupting the film around water droplets in crude oil, promoting rapid coalescence and phase separation. Modern demulsifiers are engineered for compatibility with varying crude compositions, salinity, and temperature conditions. Paramount provides tailored demulsifier blends for conventional and challenging crude streams, optimizing dehydration, crude quality, and downstream processing. Common Types: - Oil-soluble demulsifiers - Water-soluble demulsifiers - Nonionic, anionic, and cationic surfactant blends - Polyalkylene glycols - Resin-based demulsifiers
Biocides
Biocides are specialized chemicals developed to control microbiological activity in oilfield systems, targeting sulfate-reducing bacteria, acid-producing bacteria, and other problematic microorganisms. By disrupting cell membranes or interfering with metabolic processes, biocides prevent microbiologically induced corrosion (MIC), reservoir souring, and plugging of production equipment. Paramount’s biocides are selected for efficacy, low toxicity, and regulatory compliance, and can be applied continuously or as shock treatments. Common Types: - Glutaraldehyde-based biocides - Tetrakis(hydroxymethyl)phosphonium sulfate (THPS) - Quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) - Isothiazolinones - Chlorine dioxide (oxidizing biocide)
Inhibitors
Inhibitors are specialized oilfield chemicals engineered to control, prevent, or mitigate undesirable chemical reactions that can reduce operational efficiency and asset integrity. They function at the molecular level to interrupt or delay the formation of deposits, corrosion, emulsions, or other adverse phenomena inside production and processing equipment. Advanced inhibitor technologies are tailored for specific environments—high salinity, variable temperature, multiphase flow—and are formulated for high performance, compatibility, and field longevity. By proactively managing scale, corrosion, wax, paraffin, or asphaltene deposition, inhibitors minimize unplanned shutdowns, extend equipment life, and optimize hydrocarbon flow. Paramount offers a full range of inhibitor formulations to address the evolving needs of modern oilfields, ensuring cost-effective, reliable production even under extreme conditions. Common Types: - Corrosion Inhibitors (amines, imidazolines, phosphate esters) - Scale Inhibitors (phosphonates, polycarboxylates, polymers) - Paraffin Inhibitors (crystal modifiers, dispersants, surfactants) - Asphaltene Inhibitors (dispersants, aromatic solvents)
H₂S Scavengers
H₂S scavengers are advanced oilfield additives formulated to selectively react with hydrogen sulfide in produced fluids, neutralizing this toxic, corrosive gas and converting it to stable, non-volatile byproducts. Modern scavengers are engineered for rapid kinetics, broad compatibility, and high efficiency across a wide range of oil, gas, and water systems. Selection depends on operational factors such as temperature, pH, salinity, and required capacity. Reliable H₂S removal reduces corrosion, mitigates safety risks, and ensures compliance with export and pipeline standards. Paramount’s H₂S scavenger range is designed for optimal performance and minimal downstream impact in complex production environments. Common Types: - Triazine-based scavengers - Metal oxide scavengers (e.g., iron, zinc salts) - Aldehyde-based scavengers (e.g., glutaraldehyde) - Glyoxal-based scavengers - Oxidizing agents (e.g., hydrogen peroxide blends)
Wax Dispersants
Wax dispersants are engineered surfactant and solvent blends that prevent the aggregation and deposition of paraffin wax in pipelines and production equipment. By modifying wax crystal structure and enhancing dispersibility, these agents ensure uninterrupted oil flow, reduce pigging frequency, and minimize wax-related blockages in cold environments or heavy crude operations. Paramount’s wax dispersants are tailored for high efficiency in challenging crude streams and severe operating climates. Common Types: - Surfactant-solvent blends - Crystal modifiers - Polymeric dispersants - Solubilizers
Water Clarifiers
Water clarifiers are specialty polymers or surfactants designed to aggregate and separate suspended solids, oil droplets, and other contaminants from produced water. They enhance the efficiency of water treatment units, supporting regulatory compliance and reuse or discharge standards. Paramount’s clarifiers are optimized for fast floc formation and rapid separation in a range of salinity and temperature profiles. Common Types: - Polyacrylamide flocculants - Cationic/anionic polymer blends - Organic coagulants - Surfactant clarifiers
Antifoam / Defoamer Agents
Antifoams and defoamers are formulated to suppress and eliminate foam generation in production, processing, and water treatment systems. Foaming can cause overflow, process upsets, and reduced separation efficiency. Paramount’s antifoam products deliver rapid foam knockdown, long-lasting control, and compatibility with oilfield fluids and treatment chemicals. Common Types: - Silicone-based antifoams - Polyether and glycol-based defoamers - Non-silicone organic antifoams - Dispersant-enhanced blends, Paraffin Dispersants
Oxygen Scavengers
Oxygen scavengers are chemicals used to remove dissolved oxygen from produced water, injection water, and process systems, preventing oxygen-induced corrosion and preserving fluid and equipment integrity. Paramount’s oxygen scavengers are fast-acting, field-proven, and designed for minimal impact on downstream processes. Common Types: - Ammonium bisulphite - Sodium bisulphite - Hydrazine (limited use due to toxicity) - DEHA (Diethylhydroxylamine)
Drag Reducing Agents
Drag reducing agents (DRAs) are high-molecular-weight polymers or surfactants that minimize frictional pressure losses in pipelines, increasing throughput and reducing energy costs. Used in crude, refined product, and water pipelines, DRAs are essential for optimizing long-distance transport efficiency and are field-proven in major pipeline systems globally. Common Types: - Polyalpha-olefin-based DRAs - Polyacrylamide-based polymers - Surfactant DRAs
Oil Spill Dispersants
Oil spill dispersants are formulated surfactant systems used to break down oil slicks into smaller droplets, enhancing biodegradation and minimizing shoreline impact. Paramount’s dispersants are fast-acting, effective across a range of oil types and environmental conditions, and meet global regulatory standards for oil spill response. Common Types: - Nonionic surfactant blends - Anionic surfactant blends - Solvent carriers
Custom Blend Solutions & Technical Innovation
Paramount delivers custom-blended production chemical solutions, including oil- and water-soluble emulsifiers, dual-function inhibitor-biocide packages, demulsifier blends tailored for specific crudes, anti-fouling agents, and flow assurance cocktails. Our R&D team collaborates closely with clients to address unique field challenges, optimize compatibility, and deliver cost-effective, high-performance solutions. For any specialty requirement, Paramount stands ready to innovate.
