General description:
Chemical Formula: C6H5CHR1R2
Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid, also known as LABSA, exist as a yellow liquid that is soluble in water and non-volatile. It is also bio-degradable and hence easily distinguished from alkylbenzene sulfonate by its linear, straight chain structure. Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid is the largest-volume synthetic surfactant because of its relatively low cost and good performance.