We do not recommend the use of low base strength neutralizers that have a pkb lower than Ammonia for the obvious reason that these are not able to compete with Ammonia in the chloride salt formation. We prefer higher base strength neutralizers but that is only part of the selection criteria, other important criteria are vapor/liquid partitioning, chloride salt properties, oil/water distribution in OVHD and desalter, volatility, toxicity and cost/performance.
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