Low-Residue Guar Gum — Slickwater & Hybrid Frac Grade
Refined oilfield Guar Gum with <3% Acid Insoluble Residue, engineered for slickwater and hybrid frac fluids in tight oil and unconventional gas formations. Borate / zirconate crosslink compatible. Fann 35SA rheology verified each batch.
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What is low-residue Guar Gum and why does it matter?
Low-residue Guar Gum is a refined fracturing-grade product with Acid Insoluble Residue below 3% (vs 5–7% standard), engineered for slickwater and hybrid frac fluids. Lower AIR reduces post-flowback proppant-pack damage, directly improving fracture conductivity, well IP and EUR in tight oil and unconventional gas reservoirs (Permian, Eagle Ford, Vaca Muerta, Jafurah). B.D. Guar Pvt. Ltd. supplies <3% AIR Guar with Fann 35SA-verified rheology, borate and zirconate crosslink compatibility, and 1 MT FIBC packaging.
Low-residue specification
| Parameter | Low-residue spec |
|---|---|
| AIR (Acid Insoluble Residue) | <3% (ultra-low: <2%) |
| Mesh | 200 (95% through) |
| Moisture | <12% |
| Hydration time | <3 minutes |
| Fann 35SA viscosity (6 ppt) | 28–34 cP |
| Crosslink compatibility | Borate · zirconate · titanate |
| Derivatized variants | CMG · HPG · CMHPG (custom MS/DS) |
Better well productivity
Less residue in proppant pack → higher IP and EUR.
Fann 35SA verified
Rheology data and COA on every batch.
Borate/zirconate ready
Validated with major service-company crosslink systems.
Frequently asked questions
What is low-residue Guar Gum?
Low-residue Guar Gum is a refined fracturing-grade product with Acid Insoluble Residue (AIR) below 3%, versus 5–7% for standard oilfield grade. It is engineered for slickwater and hybrid frac fluids where proppant-pack conductivity damage from residue must be minimized in tight oil and unconventional gas formations.
Why does AIR matter in hydraulic fracturing?
Insoluble residue from broken-down Guar gel deposits in the proppant pack after frac flowback, reducing fracture conductivity and ultimate well productivity. Lower AIR (<3%) directly improves post-frac well IP and EUR in tight reservoirs (Permian, Eagle Ford, Vaca Muerta, Jafurah).
What is the AIR specification range you offer?
Standard low-residue: <3% AIR. Ultra-low-residue (custom): <2% AIR. Standard oilfield: <5% AIR. Standard industrial: <7% AIR. AIR is measured gravimetrically after acid digestion per industry-standard methods.
Is low-residue Guar Gum compatible with borate and zirconate crosslinkers?
Yes. B D Guar low-residue Guar Gum is fully compatible with borate, zirconate and titanate crosslink systems used by major US, Middle East and Latin American frac-fluid service companies. Rheology data on request.
How does pricing compare to standard oilfield grade?
Low-residue (<3% AIR) typically prices USD 0.10–0.20/kg above standard oilfield fast-hydrating grade due to additional refining. The premium is recovered many times over in improved post-frac productivity.
Can low-residue Guar be derivatized (CMG, HPG, CMHPG)?
Yes. Low-residue base Guar can be derivatized to CMG, HPG and CMHPG for high-temperature, high-salinity and CO2-frac applications. Custom MS/DS levels available at 5 MT+ runs.
Do you ship low-residue Guar Gum in jumbo bags?
Yes — 1 MT FIBC jumbo bags are the default oilfield packaging, loaded 20×1 MT per 20' FCL or 26×1 MT per 40' HC. 25 kg paper bags also available for smaller wellsite consignments.