Product Description
Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid (LABSA) is an organic compound with the chemical formula CHOS. Here's a short specification for LABSA:
- Chemical Name: Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid
- Chemical Formula: CHOS
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 272.4 g/mol
- Appearance: LABSA is typically a brown viscous liquid.
- Purity: LABSA used in commercial applications often has a purity ranging from 90% to 98%.
- pH: The pH of LABSA solutions is usually acidic, typically around 2 to 3.
- Solubility: LABSA is soluble in water and forms clear to slightly turbid solutions depending on concentration.
- Usage: LABSA is a key ingredient in the production of detergents, particularly household laundry detergents and industrial cleaners. It serves as a surfactant, providing excellent cleaning properties.