SwellPolymer LCM

Part No: RXSOL-81-4160-025

Water soluble polymer for use as Loss Circulation Material in drilling work

RXSOL SwellPolymer LCM is a cross-linked, water-swellable polyacrylamide-based polymer designed for use as a Loss Circulation Material (LCM) in horizontal drilling, HDD and drilling-fluid applications.

The dry polymer rapidly absorbs water and expands to many times its original volume, producing a soft, cohesive and highly swollen polymer mass. When placed into permeable zones, fractures, voids or unconsolidated formations, the swollen material helps bridge, seal and reduce fluid losses.

Unlike conventional water-soluble polyacrylamides, RXSOL SwellPolymer LCM is cross-linked and insoluble in water. It retains its polymeric structure while absorbing and holding large quantities of water.

Application

RXSOL SwellPolymer LCM is primarily designed for:

  • Horizontal directional drilling (HDD)
  • Horizontal drilling operations
  • Drilling-fluid loss control
  • Fracture sealing
  • Highly permeable formations
  • Unconsolidated formations
  • Gravel and void zones
  • Caving zones
  • Lost-circulation zones
  • Annular loss control
  • Borehole stabilization
  • Temporary plugging applications
 
Dose

How to use and control Lost Control Material

RXSOL SwellPolymer LCM may be introduced directly into the drilling fluid or used as a pre-hydrated treatment.
 
Method A - Dry Addition
  • Determine the severity and approximate size of the loss zone.
  • Select an appropriate particle-size grade.
  • Add the required quantity slowly into the circulating drilling fluid.
  • Maintain sufficient agitation to achieve uniform dispersion.
  • Circulate toward the loss zone.
  • Allow sufficient residence/contact time for hydration and swelling.
  • Monitor returns and fluid-loss reduction.
  • Repeat treatment if required.
 
Method B - Pre-Hydration
 
Pre-hydration can be used where rapid swelling and plugging are required.
  1. Fill a clean mixing tank with compatible water.
  2. Start moderate agitation.
  3. Slowly add RXSOL SwellPolymer LCM.
  4. Allow the polymer to hydrate and swell.
  5. Continue mixing until a uniform swollen polymer slurry/gel is obtained.
  6. Pump or place the swollen material into the designated loss zone.
  7. Allow sufficient static contact time for formation of the sealing plug.
 
Do not add large quantities of dry polymer at once, as rapid hydration can cause lump formation and uneven dispersion.
Technical specifications

 

Form         Solid
Colour White
Odour None
Odor Threshold Not Applicable
pH 6-8
Melting Point Not Applicable
Flash Point >100°C
Autoignition temperature >200°C
Vapour pressure (mm Hg)  0.13 @ 20°C

 

Supply location

Swelling Polymer RXSOL LCM is a powder form polyelectrolyte Exporter, Manufacturer, Supplier in Mumbai, Kandla, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Chennai, Gandhidham, Fujairah, Sharjah, Ajman, Abudhbai, Dubai, Sohar Barka Muscat Oman, Nairobi, Africa, Canada

Industrial area

Swelling Polymer LCM Plug manufacturer and supplier in Middle East : UAE, Oman Saudi Arabia.

Remarks / Precaution

How does LCM Lost Circulation Material work in drilling?

When the dry polymer comes into contact with water, the cross-linked polymer network rapidly absorbs water.

The polymer particles expand and form a swollen, cohesive mass.

Dry polymer → Water absorption → Rapid swelling → Particle expansion → Fracture/void filling → Loss reduction

The cross-linked structure prevents the polymer from simply dissolving into the drilling fluid. Instead, the material maintains its three-dimensional polymer network while retaining absorbed water.

Note

Key Features of using RXSOL LCM Swelling Polymer

  • Rapid water absorption and swelling
  • Can be pre-hydrated before application
  • Swells several hundred times its dry volume under suitable conditions
  • Helps seal fractures, voids and permeable formations
  • Effective in unconsolidated and caving formations
  • Useful for horizontal drilling and HDD operations
  • Non-fermenting polymeric material
  • Easy to handle, mix and apply
  • Economical compared with many conventional LCM systems
  • Remains as a cohesive swollen mass after hydration
  • Particle size can be selected according to loss-zone characteristics

Safety Data (MSDS)

Product Name SwellPolymer LCM
Part Number RXSOL-81-4160-025

Company Details:
RX MARINE INTERNATIONAL
105, A wing , BSEL , TECH PARK.
VASHI ,NEW BOMBAY 400703 INDIA

Branch : Kandla, Hazira Surat, Mumbai, Chennai,Vizag,  Kolkata, UAE, Oman, Nairobi KENYA

Phone +91 22 2087 1200 -  1400
Fax +91 22 27612100 :::AOH :0091 9821214367
Email 123@rxmarine.com
Website www.rxmarine.com

Proprietory blend of non-hazardous polyelectrolytes.

Signal Word                     Not Applicable . Not Classified
Hazard Statements This chemical is not considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Not a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Hazards not  classified   (HNOC) Not Applicable
Other hazards               

Not available

Eye Contact

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flushes skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration.
Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically

Flammability                                                  Not Flammable
Flash Point Not Applicable
Suitable extinguishing media Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Hazardous combustion products No data available
Protective Equipment Use personal protective equipment.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical No Information Available

Spillage                                             Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading.Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Clean contaminatedsurface thoroughly.
Personal Protection Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact withskin, eyes and clothing. Avoid dust formation. Remove all sources of ignition.
Enviromental Precaution Prevent further leakage or spillage. Prevent product fromentering drains.
Methods for
containment and cleaning
Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions. Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up the affected area. Avoid generation of dust

Handling

Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Avoid dust formation. All equipment usedwhenhandling the product must be grounded. Keep away from incompatible materials.Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep away fromheat andsources of ignition. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygieneandsafety practice.

Storage Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store at room temperature in the original container

Engineering  Control                    Ensure adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineeringcontrolstokeep airborne levels below recommended exposurelimits.If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, useventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminantsbelow the exposure limit.
Personal Protection Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields or Goggles
Skin and body protection: Long sleeved clothing. Chemical resistant apron. Gloves.
Respiratory protection: Effective dust mask.
Hygiene measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaksandimmediately after handling the product. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
Exposure Limit

United State

Components CAS-No.  OSHA NIOSH ACGIH

AIHA WHEEL

Anionic Polymer 9003-05-8 None None None None
Canada

 

Components CAS-No.  Canada -Alberta Canada  British Canada  Ontario

Canada  Quebec

Anionic Polymer 9003-05-8 None None None None

Form         Solid
Colour White
Odour None
Odor Threshold Not Applicable
pH 6-8
Melting Point Not Applicable
Flash Point >100°C
Autoignition temperature >200°C
Vapour pressure (mm Hg)  0.13 @ 20°C
Flammability (solid, gas) No Data Available
Explosive limits No Data Available
Vapour pressure No Data Available
Vapour Density No Data Available
Bulk Density No Data Available
Partition coefficient No data available
Explosive properties None
Solubility Soluble in water

Stability Product is stable, no hazardous polymerization occur.
Materials to avoid Oxidizing agents may cause exothermic reactions.
Hazardous decomposition products No decomposition if stored and applied as direct. Burning of the dried material can produce: hydrogen chloride gas, chloride gas, nitrogen oxides (Nox) & carbon oxides

Rout Of Entry Inhalation. Ingestion.
Acute Toxicity Oral LD50/oral/rat>5000 mg/kg
Acute Toxicity Dermal The product is not considered toxic based on studies on laboratory animals.
Inhalation                     

The product is not expected to be toxic by inhalation

Skin May cause skin irritation with susceptible persons
Eye Testing conducted on rabbits showed minor transient irritation which cleared within days
Sensitization The product is not expected to be sensitizing

Eco Toxicity The aquatic toxicity is high mitigated by the presence of dissolved organic carbon in the water. Results obtained using the US EPA “ Dirty Water “ test show that irreversible adsorption onto suspended matter and dissolved organics (such as humic and other organic acids) present in natural waters, reduces the toxicity to aquatic organisms by a factor of over 10.
Environmental fate The product is rapidly eliminated from the aquatic medium through irreversible adsorption onto suspended matter and dissolved organics.
Products Biodegradation: No Information available
Mobility in soil No Information available
Other adverse effects No Information available

Waste treatment Method Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations.

Contaminated packaging
Rinse empty containers with water and use the rinse water to prepare working solution. Can be landfilled or incinerated, in compliance with local regulations.

UN        Number                                          Not Regulated. This product is not hazardous in any mode of transport.
Proper shipping name The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID Hazard class/division  Not regulated
Subsidiary risk IMDG Hazard class/division  Not regulated
Subsidiary risk IATA  Hazard class/division  Not regulated
Packing group
Packing group Not regulated
Environmental hazards
Environmental hazards No
Marine pollutant No
ADR/RID
Hazchem code ADG 3Z 
Tunnel Category Not Reguted
IMDG
EmS Code Not Reguted
IATA
Packing Instruction (Cargo) Not Reguted
Maximum quantity Not Reguted
Packing Instruction (Passenger) Not Reguted
Maximum quantity Not Reguted 

Fedral State Regulation  This product is not federally regulated as a hazardous material.
Clean Air Act No information is available.
Component Analysis No information is available
DSCL (EEC)                        This product is not regulated by any state as hazardous material.

Other Information

 

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the  best information   currently    available  to us.  However,   we   make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and  weassume  no liability resulting from its use. Users should make  their  own  investigations  to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if RX Marine International  has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY :The information in this SDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However, the information is provided without any warranty, express or implied, regarding its correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use or disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the product. This MSDS was prepared and is to be used only for this product. If the product is used as a component in another product, this MSDS information may not be applicable.