Texas ports have grown tremendously and continue to expand its capacity. Particularly, the port of Corpus Christi and the port of Houston have invested heavily to better connect oil producers with markets around the world. See regional port activity driving Texas oil exports. Oil, gas and NGL production in the US have transformed the country in a net exporter. U.S. producers now export between 1.5 million and 2 million barrels of crude a day, which could rise to about 4 million by 2022.

The nation’s output is expected to account for more than 80 percent of global supply growth in the next decade, according to Paris-based International Energy Agency.

This growth accompanies investment in infrastructure throughout the region though challenges remain to eliminate bottle necks in transportation. A new marine terminal facility along the Texas Gulf Coast to export U.S. crude, condensate and refined petroleum products has been approved by the Port of Corpus Christi Commission.


The commission last week approved a lease agreement with Corpus Christi Infrastructure LLC (CCI) for about 55 acres of land on the north side of the Corpus Christi ship channel in the inner harbor for a new oil dock. From 2016 to 2017, the port’s oil exports have increased 267 percent, from an average of 83,488 barrels per day to 306,334 barrels per day. With increasing exports, Q2 Technologies® continues to expand its capabilities—discover our developments

For Q2 Technologies®, there have been many opportunities to help midstream clients treat cargo vessels, oil before being sent in pipelines and in terminals. Contact us, we will be delighted to help remove hydrogen sulfide from oil in different applications and get more for your barrel.

Texas ports have grown tremendously and continue to expand its capacity. Particularly, the port of Corpus Christi and the port of Houston have invested heavily to better connect oil producers with markets around the world. See regional port activity driving Texas oil exports. Oil, gas and NGL production in the US have transformed the country in a net exporter. U.S. producers now export between 1.5 million and 2 million barrels of crude a day, which could rise to about 4 million by 2022.

The nation’s output is expected to account for more than 80 percent of global supply growth in the next decade, according to Paris-based International Energy Agency.

This growth accompanies investment in infrastructure throughout the region though challenges remain to eliminate bottle necks in transportation. A new marine terminal facility along the Texas Gulf Coast to export U.S. crude, condensate and refined petroleum products has been approved by the Port of Corpus Christi Commission.


The commission last week approved a lease agreement with Corpus Christi Infrastructure LLC (CCI) for about 55 acres of land on the north side of the Corpus Christi ship channel in the inner harbor for a new oil dock. From 2016 to 2017, the port’s oil exports have increased 267 percent, from an average of 83,488 barrels per day to 306,334 barrels per day. With increasing exports, Q2 Technologies® continues to expand its capabilities—discover our developments

For Q2 Technologies®, there have been many opportunities to help midstream clients treat cargo vessels, oil before being sent in pipelines and in terminals. Contact us, we will be delighted to help remove hydrogen sulfide from oil in different applications and get more for your barrel.

When introduced into a stream afflicted with H2S, the hemiformal decomposes to release formaldehyde, which then reacts with hydrogen sulfide to form stable, non-volatile byproducts such as thiomethylene glycol.  The reaction is typically fast and efficient, particularly in aqueous or mixed-phase environments. Unlike some traditional scavengers, hemiformal can maintain activity across a broad pH range and is less likely to generate problematic solids. When considering if hemiformal is the right product, certain operating conditions are reviewed, such as pH and temperature.

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When introduced into a stream afflicted with H2S, the hemiformal decomposes to release formaldehyde, which then reacts with hydrogen sulfide to form stable, non-volatile byproducts such as thiomethylene glycol.  The reaction is typically fast and efficient, particularly in aqueous or mixed-phase environments. Unlike some traditional scavengers, hemiformal can maintain activity across a broad pH range and is less likely to generate problematic solids. When considering if hemiformal is the right product, certain operating conditions are reviewed, such as pH and temperature.

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When introduced into a stream afflicted with H2S, the hemiformal decomposes to release formaldehyde, which then reacts with hydrogen sulfide to form stable, non-volatile byproducts such as thiomethylene glycol.  The reaction is typically fast and efficient, particularly in aqueous or mixed-phase environments. Unlike some traditional scavengers, hemiformal can maintain activity across a broad pH range and is less likely to generate problematic solids. When considering if hemiformal is the right product, certain operating conditions are reviewed, such as pH and temperature.

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When introduced into a stream afflicted with H2S, the hemiformal decomposes to release formaldehyde, which then reacts with hydrogen sulfide to form stable, non-volatile byproducts such as thiomethylene glycol.  The reaction is typically fast and efficient, particularly in aqueous or mixed-phase environments. Unlike some traditional scavengers, hemiformal can maintain activity across a broad pH range and is less likely to generate problematic solids. When considering if hemiformal is the right product, certain operating conditions are reviewed, such as pH and temperature. 

Key Benefits:

  • Controlled formaldehyde release 
  • Lower vapor pressure and improved safety profile 
  • Broad applicability across liquid and gas-phase systems 
  • Reduced scaling in sour water stripping and other high-temp operations 
  • Hemiformal can make the scavenger safe for transport as it is a very stable compound 

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Hemiformal is used in a variety of upstream and midstream applications, including: 

  • Gas sweetening systems 
  • Produced water treatment 
  • Crude oil storage and transport 
  • Sour water stripper overheads 
  • Temporary H2S mitigation during maintenance or turnaround

Its adaptability makes it especially useful in operations where system conditions fluctuate or where traditional triazine-based products may underperform. 

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While hemiformal offers many advantages, it is not a one-size-fits-all solution. The rate of formaldehyde release can vary depending on formulation and environmental conditions. Additionally, while safer than raw formaldehyde, hemiformal must still be handled with care and appropriate PPE. 

For optimal results, formulation expertise and application-specific customization are key—something we at Q2 Technologies excel at delivering. 

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