Geochemical/Fingerprinting

Geochemical/Fingerprinting

Crude oil fingerprinting is a critical tool for the oil and gas industry, providing valuable information about the source and specific characteristics of particular crude oil. By analyzing a range of biomarkers and other chemical compounds, we can determine the geological origin and history of your crude oil, as well as its quality and potential for refining.

Some of the biomarkers and tests we commonly use in crude oil fingerprinting include:
  • Hopanes and steranes: These compounds are found in crude oils and can be used to determine the type of organic matter that was present when the oil was formed.
  • Isotope ratios: By analyzing the ratio of different isotopes in a sample, we can determine the temperature and pressure conditions under which the oil was formed, as well as its age.
  • Saturated hydrocarbons: The relative proportions of different saturated hydrocarbons can provide insights into the source rock and depositional environment of the oil.
  • Asphaltenes: These complex hydrocarbons can be used to assess the quality and refining potential of crude oil.
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