PROPERTIES OF LABSA

Nature            Anionic
Constitution    Sulphonated Linear Alkyl Benzene
Appearance     Light Yellow-Brown viscous liquid
Solubilit           Readily soluble in water
 
SPECIFICATIONS OF LABSA

Active matter ( % by weight)    90 ± 1%
Non-Digestive oil matter( % by weight)   1% Max
Free Sulphuric acid  % by weight)          7    Max
Color [KLETT] (When dispatched)         30  Avg

Uses:
It is used in anionic speciality formulations
In other industries such as textile industries, it is used as an mercerising or washing agent
It is used to increase the surface area of distempers