LABSA

Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) is a widely used anionic surfactant and an essential raw material in the detergent and cleaning-products industry. It provides strong detergency, wetting, emulsifying and degreasing performance, making it suitable for household, commercial and industrial cleaning formulations.

LABSA is commonly neutralized with an alkaline material during formulation to produce linear alkylbenzene sulfonate salts, which act as effective cleaning agents. It is frequently used in laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, household cleaners, industrial degreasers, hard-surface cleaners and general-purpose detergent formulations.

Its strong ability to remove oils, grease and dirt makes it a practical choice for manufacturers seeking efficient cleaning performance across a broad range of applications. LABSA can also be combined with other surfactants and formulation ingredients to achieve the required foam, viscosity and cleaning characteristics.

LABSA is generally supplied as a viscous brown liquid, although its exact appearance, active content and technical specifications may vary according to the grade and manufacturer. The product should be handled, stored and formulated according to its Safety Data Sheet and the supplier’s technical recommendations. It is primarily recommended for detergent manufacturing and industrial or household cleaner applications.