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China and Germany are the leading exporters of Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid, accounting for a substantial share of global shipments, while the United States, India, and Mexico represent the largest importing markets. Trade volumes have remained relatively stable over the past two years, with modest growth in imports by Southeast Asian countries coinciding with gradual upward pressure on Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid prices.
Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid is a viscous, amber to brown liquid at room temperature, typically odorless or with a faint sulfonic odor, and non-volatile under ambient conditions. It is an aromatic organic compound classified as a strong Brønsted acid and a surfactant precursor. Industrially, it serves primarily as an intermediate in the production of linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LAS), the most widely used synthetic anionic surfactants globally. Its principal applications are in household and industrial detergent formulations, including laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and cleaning concentrates. It is also employed in metalworking fluids, emulsion polymerization processes, and as a catalyst or acidity regulator in select chemical syntheses.
Insecticide, Adjuvant, Biocide: Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid and its salts are usedas degreasers in meat-cutting rooms. Also used as a laboratorychemical, to make detergents, and in electronicallycleaning and pickling baths. Not listed for use in EU countries.Approved for use in the U.S. and other countries.There are 30 global suppliers.
brown or tan solid
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid and Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid SDS information.
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