API Bentonite Texas — Drilling Mud Grade Sodium Bentonite

API 13A-specification sodium bentonite is the standard viscosifying and fluid loss control material for water-based drilling mud systems. High-yield sodium bentonite hydrates in fresh water to form a stable gel structure that provides viscosity and thixotropic properties essential for suspending drill cuttings and transporting them to surface during rotary drilling operations.

VP Trading Company supplies drilling-grade bentonite to contractors and operators throughout Texas from our Edinburg facility. Our supply chain supports active drilling programs in the Eagle Ford Shale, South Texas oil patch, and surrounding plays — with delivery coordination through our integrated VP Logistics freight division.

We supply API bentonite in 100 lb paper sacks on pallets and in 3000lbs bulk bags (super sacks) — the standard formats for Texas oilfield operations. Bulk pneumatic delivery can be arranged for high-volume programs. Our logistics team delivers to well locations, drilling mud mixing facilities, and staging yards throughout South Texas.

For ongoing drilling programs requiring consistent supply scheduling, we can structure supply agreements with pre-negotiated pricing and priority service to keep your mud program on schedule.