Can a corrosion inhibitor be used to repair existing corrosion damage?

Unfortunately, corrosion inhibitors cannot be used to repair existing corrosion damage in oil and gas production equipment. Corrosion inhibitors work to prevent further corrosion by forming a protective film on the metal surface. They are designed to be used as a preventative measure to stop corrosion from occurring in the first place. Once corrosion has already occurred, a different approach must be taken to repair the damage, such as through mechanical or chemical cleaning or replacement of the affected component. At Flatirons Chemicals, we specialize in providing effective corrosion inhibitor solutions for oil and gas production equipment to prevent corrosion from occurring in the first place. Visit flatironschemicals.com to learn more.