Why source Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) from Neuchem?

• Neuchem enjoys relationships with world-class producers of Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid, enabling us to supply our customers with minimal lead times and cost savings.
• As an integral link in your supply chain, we deliver raw materials to your doorstep in a secure, cost-competitive, and friendly environment.
• Neuchem carefully selects our suppliers to guarantee high quality materials on a consistent basis.

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Uses/Applications

Household Cleaning Products

• Laundry Detergents: LABSA is a key ingredient in the formulation of both liquid and powder laundry detergents. It effectively removes dirt, stains, and grease from fabrics by breaking down and emulsifying oils and dirt particles, which are then rinsed away during the washing process.
• Dishwashing Liquids: LABSA is commonly used in dishwashing liquids due to its ability to cut through grease and food residues, providing excellent cleaning performance while generating stable foam.
• All-Purpose Cleaners: In various household cleaners, LABSA acts as a primary surfactant, helping to remove dirt and grime from surfaces, including floors, walls, and countertops.

Household Cleaners

• Heavy-Duty Detergents: LABSA is used in industrial cleaning products for applications like automotive cleaning, metal degreasing, and floor cleaning in commercial and industrial settings. It provides strong detergency to remove tough stains, oils, and grease from surfaces.
• Textile Processing: In the textile industry, LABSA is employed as a scouring agent to remove oils, waxes, and other impurities from fabrics before dyeing and finishing. Its strong emulsifying properties help ensure thorough cleaning of textile fibers.
• Emulsifier for Agrochemicals: LABSA is used in the formulation of pesticides, herbicides, and other agrochemicals as an emulsifier. It helps to stabilize and evenly distribute active ingredients, ensuring effective application on crops and soil.

Oil and Gas Industry

• Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR): LABSA is utilized in enhanced oil recovery processes to reduce surface tension between oil and water, improving the mobilization and extraction of crude oil from reservoirs. It is also used in drilling fluids to emulsify and stabilize mixtures during drilling operations.

Leather Processing

• Degreasing Agent: LABSA is used in the leather industry as a degreasing agent to remove natural fats and oils from animal hides during the tanning process. Its emulsifying properties aid in producing clean, uniform leather.

Paper and Pulp Industry

• Wetting Agent: LABSA is employed as a wetting agent in the paper and pulp industry to enhance the penetration of water and chemicals into cellulose fibers, improving the efficiency of various processing steps like bleaching, dyeing, and coating.

End Markets

Household Cleaning Products
Industrial and Institutional Cleaners
Oil and Gas Industry
Leather Processing
Paper and Pulp Industry