"Inhibitor aid" in the context of fracking chemicals and additives refers to substances added to fracking fluids to prevent or mitigate specific undesirable reactions or processes during the hydraulic fracturing process. These inhibitors serve various purposes, including protecting equipment, controlling corrosion, preventing scale formation, and inhibiting bacterial growth. Here are some common types of inhibitor aids used in fracking:

1. Corrosion Inhibitors: Corrosion inhibitors are added to fracking fluids to protect metal components in the wellbore and surface equipment from corrosion caused by the corrosive nature of the fluid or the formation fluids. These inhibitors form a protective film on metal surfaces, reducing the rate of corrosion and extending the life of equipment.

2. Scale Inhibitors: Scale inhibitors are chemicals added to fracking fluids to prevent the precipitation of mineral scales, such as calcium carbonate, barium sulfate, or strontium sulfate, which can form in the wellbore and production equipment due to changes in temperature, pressure, and fluid composition. Scale inhibitors prevent scale deposition and help maintain well productivity.

3. H2S Scavengers: In areas where hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is present in the formation fluids, H2S scavengers are added to fracking fluids to react with and neutralize H2S, preventing its release into the atmosphere and protecting personnel and equipment from H2S-related hazards.

4. Oxygen Scavengers: Oxygen scavengers are chemicals added to fracking fluids to remove dissolved oxygen from the fluid, as oxygen can accelerate corrosion in metal components. By eliminating oxygen, oxygen scavengers help prevent corrosion and extend the life of equipment.

5. Biocides: Biocides are added to fracking fluids to control the growth of bacteria, algae, and other microorganisms that can proliferate in the wellbore and production equipment, leading to biofouling, souring (the production of hydrogen sulfide), and other operational issues.

6. Paraffin Inhibitors: In areas where paraffin (wax) deposition is a concern, paraffin inhibitors are added to fracking fluids to prevent the buildup of paraffin in the wellbore and production equipment, which can restrict flow and reduce production rates.

Packeging:

1. Drums: Inhibitor aids are often packaged in large drums made of materials such as steel or high-density polyethylene (HDPE). These drums typically have capacities ranging from 55 gallons (approximately 208 liters) to several hundred gallons.

2. Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs): Some inhibitor aid products may be packaged in intermediate bulk containers, also known as IBC totes or tanks. These containers have capacities ranging from 200 to 300 gallons (approximately 750 to 1,135 liters) and are commonly used for bulk storage and transportation of liquids in various industries, including oil and gas.