NJ-HUMIC ACID 45% POWDER

Humic acid powder, derived from decomposed organic matter (e.g., leonardite, peat, or lignite), is a highly concentrated form of humic substances. It offers diverse benefits across agriculture and industrial sectors like petrochemicals. Below are its key uses, dosages, and advantages:

1. Agricultural Applications

Dosage & Methods

Humic acid powder is water-soluble and versatile. Dosage depends on soil quality, crop type, and application method:

• Soil Application (Broadcast/Mixing):

◦ General Use: 2–5 kg per hectare per season.

◦ Degraded Soils: Up to 10 kg/ha for soil remediation.

◦ Seedbeds/Compost: Mix 1–2 kg per ton of compost/soil.

• Foliar Spray:

◦ Dilute 0.1–0.5% (1–5 g per liter of water). Apply every 15–30 days during growth stages.

• Seed Treatment:

◦ Soak seeds in 0.01–0.05% solution (0.1–0.5 g per liter) for 6–12 hours.

• Hydroponics/Drip Irrigation:

◦ 0.5–2 kg per hectare dissolved in water, applied weekly.

Key Advantages in Agriculture

1. Soil Health:

◦ Improves soil structure, aeration, and water retention.

◦ Buffers pH and enhances cation exchange capacity (CEC).

2. Nutrient Availability:

◦ Chelates micronutrients (Fe, Zn, Mn) and reduces phosphate fixation.

◦ Boosts fertilizer efficiency by up to 30%, reducing synthetic input needs.

3. Plant Growth:

◦ Stimulates root development and microbial activity.

◦ Enhances stress tolerance (drought, salinity, heavy metals).

4. Yield & Quality:

◦ Increases crop yield by 10–30% and improves fruit size/sweetness.

2. Petrochemical Industry Applications

Humic acid powder is used in oilfield operations and refining processes due to its surfactant, dispersant, and ion-exchange properties.

Key Uses & Dosage

1. Drilling Fluids:

◦ Function: Acts as a viscosity reducer and shale stabilizer.

◦ Dosage: 1–3% by weight of drilling mud.

2. Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR):

◦ Function: Reduces oil viscosity and improves flow in reservoirs.

◦ Dosage: 0.1–0.5% injected into wells.

3. Wastewater Treatment:

◦ Function: Binds heavy metals and organic pollutants.

◦ Dosage: 0.5–2 kg per ton of wastewater.

4. Asphalt/Bitumen Stabilization:

◦ Function: Improves aging resistance and flexibility.

◦ Dosage: 0.5–1.5% by weight of asphalt mix.

Advantages in Petrochemicals

• Cost-Effective: Reduces reliance on synthetic chemicals in drilling and refining.

• Eco-Friendly: Biodegradable alternative to toxic additives.

• Performance: Enhances fluid stability and reduces equipment corrosion.