Production chemicals in the context of oil production refer to a category of specialized chemicals designed to optimize various aspects of the oil extraction and production process.

The objectives of using production chemicals include ensuring the integrity of production equipment, protecting reservoir formations, improving flow assurance, and maintaining the quality of produced fluids.

Commonly used production chemicals in the oilfield industry are as follows: Corrosion Inhibitors. Scale Inhibitors.Demulsifiers. Biocides; Surfactants. Emulsion Breakers. Foaming Agents and Antifoams. Dissolved Gas Control Agents. Clay Stabilizers. Hydrate Inhibitors. Paraffine Wax Inhibitors. Asphaltene Inhibitors. Drag Reducing Agents. Tracer Chemicals. Fluid loss additives. Cementing Agents. Clay Stabilizing Agents. Filter Cake Removal Chemicals. Hydraulic Fracturing Fluid. Lubricants and Odorizing Chemicals.