Current Status, Opportunities and Challenges of Green Corrosion Inhibitors

The term ‘Corrosion’ is associated with the deterioration of materials. To get rid of this problem corrosion inhibitors are commonly used. Though many conventional corrosion inhibitors can efficiently reduce corrosion, their disposal often adversely affects the environment. However, there are many natural products that have the potential of reducing corrosion and they are referred to as green corrosion inhibitors. They are much safer to use and most importantly cost-effective. This chapter deals with the current development of the use of green corrosion inhibitors, their opportunities and challenges.