CAS: 27176-87-0
Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid (DDBSA) it is one of the most used surfactant and emulsifier widely known for its powerful oils and grease removal capabilities. Being an anionic surfactant it is extensively applied in applications demanding strong cleaning and emulsification. DDBSA is characterized by a number of reasons making it highly extraordinary among surfactants, because of its high performance in hard water, adds versatility to mixes and is vital in many industrial products. Thanks to its distinctive chemical structure this product is perfectly in balance between stability and performance across different industries, showing unique attributes in these terms.
Chemical Properties of DDBSA
CAS Number: 27176-87-0
Molecular Formula: C18H30O3S
Boiling point: 82 °C
Density: 1.06 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Flash point: 85 °F
Physical Properties
Appearance: Viscous liquid or gel, clear to slightly yellowish.
Odor: Mild, characteristic of sulfonated compounds.
Solubility: Soluble in water and some organic solvents, forming solutions that produce foam.
Chemical stability: Stable and compatible across a wide range of formulations, including hard water conditions.
Chemical nature: Anionic surfactant with strong emulsifying and detergent properties.
Compatibility: Compatible with a variety of non-ionic surfactants and certain cationics in mixed formulations.
Color: Typically colorless to slightly yellow, depending on purity level.
Foaming properties: High capacity to generate abundant and stable foam, ideal for cleaning applications.
Reactivity: Acidic in nature, can be neutralized to form sulfonate salts (detergents).
Application in Plastic & Rubber
Used in the Application for Plastic & Rubber In Plastic & Rubber sector, Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid it is used as vital processing aid as well emulsifier. Added To The Production of Synthetic Rubber It helps with the dispersion of fillers and other ingredients added to rubber during manufacture. DDBSA is beneficial for the compounded rubber which helps processing and promote better final performance of rubber compounds. It also functions as a plasticizer dispersing agent in plastics to ensure that additives are evenly distributed in formulations.
Other Industries and Applications
DDBSA is also widely employed across other significant sectors:
Oil & Gas: Utilized in drilling fluids and oil recovery operations for its excellent emulsifying and wetting properties.
Construction: Serves as an additive in cement and concrete to improve water resistance and strength.
HI&I (Household, Industrial & Institutional): Found in detergents and cleaners for its high effectiveness in removing oils and grease.
Lubricants & Greases: Enhances the stability and emulsification of lubricating oils.
Agriculture: Used as a dispersing agent in agrochemical formulations.