Alkyl benzene sulphonic acid

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LABSA 96%(Alkyl benzene sulphonic acid): This "succinic acid" is a go-to for detergents!

Take a look at this linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid (LABSA 96%), CAS 68584-22-5, EINECS 271-528-9. It looks like a viscous amber liquid that looks like honey (Klett value ≤40, considered translucent). Key specifications are unambiguous:

Active matter ≥96% - genuine ingredients!

Impure content is extremely limited: Non-sulfonated organic matter ≤2%, free sulfuric acid ≤1.5%

Acid value 182-188 mgKOH/g - strong acidity, a strong appetite!

Where does this stuff come from? Simply put, it's produced by the reaction of alkylbenzene and sulfuric acid (sulfonation reaction). It's quite gentle and compatible with a wide range of materials (good compatibility).

What does Alkyl benzene sulphonic acid do? It's incredibly versatile! The key is two words: destruction!

It breaks down the viscosity of oil stains (decontamination)

It breaks down the surface tension of water (wetting and penetration)

It breaks down the oil-water boundary (emulsification)

It breaks down dirt clusters (dispersion)

It breaks down the calm water surface (foaming)

... And after it's done, 90%+ of it breaks down naturally in nature. Pretty impressive!

Why do factories love using Alkyl benzene sulphonic acid? Three solid reasons:

It's powerful yet affordable: It excels at cleaning, emulsifying, and foaming, making it affordable for large-scale use.

It's versatile and versatile: Whether it's for laundry, body washes (cosmetics), fabric dyes (dyes), polishes, or lubricants, Alkyl benzene sulphonic acid can be used as both a primary and secondary ingredient. It can even neutralize those stubborn, cationic surfactants!

Low Toxicity and Safe: Compared to many harsh chemicals, it's relatively low in toxicity, giving you peace of mind when using Alkyl benzene sulphonic acid (of course, don't break the rules).