LABSA
Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA)
LABSA is a brown to black viscous liquid, depending of the grade. LABSA is produced by sulfonation of linear alkylbenzene
Color
Brown viscous liquid with a characteristic odor
Industry
#Household chemicals#Pharmaceuticals
Way of Packaging
By tank
Specification
| Mass fraction of product | 96 % |
| Mass fraction of sulfuric acid | 2 % |
| Mass fraction of non-sulfonated compounds | 2 % |
| Density t=50 °С | 1010-1050 g/cm3 |
| Molecular weight within kg/kmol | 318 – 326 kg/kmol |
Application
The product is used to produce alkylbenzenesulfonates, detergent components, surfactants for ore flotation, and other purposes. It is used as a foaming agent in household chemicals, as well as for the production of various shampoos and gels. Solutions made using this reagent are distinguished by the absence of a destructive effect on coatings and do not cause corrosion.