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Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) represents the backbone of modern detergent chemistry and formulation. As a highly biodegradable anionic surfactant, it is manufactured through the sulfonation of linear alkylbenzene (LAB) using advanced reactors. Our manufacturing processes utilize continuous falling film reactor systems to achieve precise sulfur trioxide (SO3) distribution, ensuring uniform sulfonation conversion and minimizing secondary reactions.
Primary Chemical Definition: LABSA is a series of alkyl-substituted benzenesulfonic acids with linear hydrocarbon chains varying between 10 and 14 carbon atoms. Its chemical performance depends on the linearity of the alkyl chain, which governs both its superior detergency performance and environmental compatibility.
Optimizing the sulfonation of LAB requires rigorous kinetic control. Operating conditions are optimized to prevent color degradation (measured in Klett scale units) and limit free oil (unsulfonated matter) and sulfuric acid content. Standard technical specifications of our commercial LABSA include:
| Parameters | Standard Specifications | Testing Methods |
|---|---|---|
| Active Matter (wt. %) | 96.0% Min | GB/T 5173 / ISO 2271 |
| Unsulfonated Matter (Free Oil) | 1.5% Max | Reflux Extraction Method |
| Free Sulfuric Acid (wt. %) | 1.5% Max | Potentiometric Titration |
| Color (Klett, 5% AM aq. sol.) | 50 Max | Klett-Summerson Colorimeter |
| Water Content (wt. %) | 1.0% Max | Karl Fischer Titration |
LABSA is an essential surfactant in global chemical supply chains. Its primary application lies in household laundry powders, liquid detergents, dishwashing formulations, and general industrial sanitization. Due to its stability in acidic media and robust compatibility with other builders (zeolites, polycarboxylates, and enzymes), it forms the baseline active matter for global FMCG enterprises.
Additionally, in agricultural formulations, LABSA serves as an effective wetting agent and dispersing agent in pesticide formulations, enhancing leaf coverage and chemical efficacy. In the textile and leather sector, it functions as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and degreaser during processing stages, helping clean raw hides and textiles before dyeing.
Understanding regional formulation variations is critical for optimization. Different water hardness levels, local temperature ranges, and regional cost considerations require custom detergent formulations. In soft water zones, LABSA pairs with minor builders, whereas hard water regions require higher concentrations of chelating agents (like EDTA, GLDA, or Sodium Tripolyphosphate) to prevent calcium-induced precipitation. In colder regions, LABSA formulations are optimized using hydrotropes (such as sodium xylene sulfonate) to maintain stability at lower temperatures and prevent gelation.
Aligning advanced chemical engineering with global environmental regulations for future surfactant technologies.
Exploring bio-based linear alkylbenzene (LAB) synthesized from renewable paraffin waxes. This reduces dependency on fossil fuels and lowers the carbon footprint of detergent formulations.
Improving reactor designs to enable low-temperature sulfonation. This reduces Klett color levels to under 30 without requiring hydrogen peroxide bleaching agents.
Ensuring full registration under K-REACH, EU-REACH, TSCA, and regional systems. This guarantees compliance for global logistics and supports international supply chains.
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Shandong Pulisi Chemical Co., Ltd. was established in 2006 (Stock Code: 307785). The company focuses on petrochemicals, mining chemicals, feed chemicals, and pharmaceutical chemicals. At present, the company has established long-term and stable partnerships with Fortune Global 500 companies such as China National Petroleum Corporation and Saint-Gobain. We always take customer demand as the core orientation and provide tailored solutions to help customers strengthen their market competitiveness.
The company has passed ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification and German BV Certification, and has been awarded multiple honors such as Foreign-Oriented Economic Enterprise, Alibaba Demonstration Base, and Contribution Enterprise. In 2023, the company successfully went public with stock code: 307785.
The company upholds the corporate culture philosophy of "Customer First, Rapid Response; Striving as the Foundation, Efficient Collaboration; Integrity and Uprightness, Agile Adaptation." We focus on providing compliant and high-quality products and supporting services, and are committed to becoming a long-term and stable partner for customers.
Meanwhile, the company has established mature warehousing and distribution systems at key logistics hubs, including Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, and Xinjiang border ports (Alashankou, Khorgos). We are able to provide flexible supply solutions according to customer needs to ensure timely order delivery. No matter where customers are located, Shandong Pulisi Chemical will safeguard their business development with professional service systems and efficient response capabilities.
We always adhere to the mission of "creating value for customers and making their products better," based on reputation and guaranteed by service. We look forward to strengthening cooperation with partners to create a future together!
Strict Statement: Shandong Pulisi has not established branches outside of Shandong Province. If there is any act of impersonating Shandong Pulisi, our company will reserve the right to pursue legal responsibilities.
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