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The application of sodium citrate (Na3Cit) as a secondary process aid (SPA) in combination with caustic (NaOH) was found to significantly improve the recovery and froth quality in oil sands extraction. Over the past several years, our group has been investigating the benefits of the combined application of Na3Cit and NaOH in oil sands extraction and the fundamental science involved. This review summarizes...