Synthetic Dialkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid
Synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid — a synthetic sulfonic acid intermediate for producing high-performance synthetic sulfonate detergents and rust inhibitors with consistent, tailored properties.
The synthetic sulfonic acid intermediate for tailored sulfonates
Synthetic sulfonic acids offer more consistent, tailored properties than natural-derived ones. Synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid is the intermediate for high-performance synthetic sulfonate detergents.
Synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid is a synthetic sulfonic acid intermediate produced from synthetic dialkylbenzene. As a feedstock it is neutralized into synthetic sulfonate detergents and rust inhibitors, which offer more consistent and tailorable properties than natural (petroleum-derived) sulfonates — valuable for high-performance and specialty lubricants. Like LABSA, it is the sulfonic acid intermediate, distinct from the finished neutralized sulfonate. It is part of the specialty additives range and complements LABSA in the sulfonic acid intermediate family.
Synthetic Dialkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid — typical properties
Representative typical values for synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid. Indicative only — exact values vary by grade and are confirmed on the TDS and batch COA.
| Property | Typical Value | Method / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Brown viscous liquid | Visual |
| Active matter | High | Typical grade |
| Molecular weight | Tailored (synthetic) | Consistent |
| Free oil | Low | Grade-dependent |
| Type | Synthetic sulfonic acid intermediate | For neutralization |
| Flash point (COC) | Grade-dependent | ASTM D92 |
| Function | Synthetic sulfonate feedstock | Intermediate |
Typical values for guidance only — not a specification. Request the TDS for the specific grade you need; the COA reports actual measured values for your batch.
Where synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid is used
Synthetic Sulfonate Detergents
Neutralized into high-performance synthetic sulfonates. See sulfonate detergents.
Rust Inhibitors
Feedstock for synthetic sulfonate rust inhibitors.
High-Performance Lubricants
Tailored properties for specialty and high-performance oils.
Industrial Chemicals
Intermediate for synthetic sulfonate chemistries.
Why formulators choose synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid
Consistent synthetic quality
More consistent, tailorable properties than natural-derived sulfonic acids.
High-performance feedstock
Produces synthetic sulfonate detergents and rust inhibitors for demanding oils.
Tailored molecular weight
Synthetic route allows the molecular structure to be tailored.
From sample drum to ISO tank
Sinolook supplies synthetic dialkylbenzene sulfonic acid at any scale, from formulation samples to commercial bulk, to over 60 countries.
Frequently asked questions
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