摘要 |
A process which can be used to dissolve sulfur deposits or sulfur plugs in gas wells, oil wells, vessels, or conduits for transporting a fluid containing sulfur is provided. The process comprises contacting the sulfur deposits or sulfur plugs under conditions sufficient to dissolve sulfur wherein the composition comprises an organic sulfide, a base, a surfactant, and optionally, a mercaptan and is present in an amount effective to dissolve sulfur.
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