Industrial Linear Alkyl Benzene
1. Product Overview
Industrial Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) is a crucial raw material in the chemical industry. It appears as a colorless or slightly yellowish, transparent liquid free of suspended matter.
2. Physical Properties
- Appearance:Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid, free from any visible suspended particles.
- Refractive Index ():Ranging from 1.4800 to 1.4900.
- Relative Density:Falls within the range of 0.8500 - 0.8700.
- Average Molecular Weight:Approximately 220 - 270.
- Engler Distillation Range:Typically between 265 - 350 °C.
- Flash Point:Higher than 100 °C.
ITEM |
LIMITS |
RESULT |
TEST METHOD |
APPEARANCE |
CLEAR & BRIGHT |
CLEAR & BRIGHT |
|
COLOR |
10 Max. |
1.2 |
Hazen |
Density (20ºC,g/cm3) |
0.855-0.870g/ml |
0.8567 |
ASTM D-1298 |
REFRACTIVE INDEX (20ºC) |
1.482-1.485 |
1.4830 |
ASTM D-1218 |
INDEX |
10mg Br/100g Max. |
4 |
ASTM D-1491 |
AVERAGE MOLECULAR WEIGHT |
238-244 |
242.4 |
GB/T 5177-2008 |
SULPHONATABILITY |
98.6% Min. |
99.00% |
UOP 429-75 |
DISTILLATION |
|
|
|
5% |
280ºC Min. |
289.0ºC |
ASTM D-8 |
95% |
315ºC Max |
306.0ºC |
|
MOISTURE |
0.02%Max. |
0.0050 |
UOP 481 |
Carbon Distribution(wt%) |
|
|
Gas |
Less than C10 |
1.0% Max. |
0.60% |
Chromatography |
C10 |
5% to 16% |
11.80% |
|
C11 |
26% to 45% |
27.70% |
|
C12 |
25% to 40% |
33.00% |
|
C13 |
10% to 30% |
26.00% |
|
C14 |
1.0% Max. |
0.57% |
|
Greater than C14 |
1.0% Max. |
0.15% |
|
2-PHENYLISOMER |
20%MAX |
16.20% |
UOP 673 |
1. Surfactant Field
- Synthetic Detergents
Industrial linear alkylbenzene is the main raw material for the production of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS). LAS is an excellent anionic surfactant with good detergency, foaming, and emulsifying capabilities. It is widely used in various household and industrial detergents such as laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and laundry powders, effectively removing oil stains and dirt.
- Personal Care Products
In personal care products like shampoos and body washes, surfactants made from industrial linear alkylbenzene play roles in cleaning, foaming, and conditioning. They help clean the skin and hair, providing a comfortable user experience.
2. Chemical Intermediate Field
- Synthesis of Other Surfactants
Besides LAS, through further chemical reactions, other types of surfactants can be synthesized, such as calcium alkylbenzene sulfonate and sodium alkylbenzene sulfonate. These surfactants have unique applications in different industrial fields, for example, they are used as lubricant additives and pesticide emulsifiers.
- Polymer Synthesis
It can be used as a monomer or comonomer in the synthesis of some polymers to produce high - performance polymer materials with special properties, such as certain plastics and rubbers with good water resistance, oil resistance, and mechanical properties.
3. Other Application Fields
- Lubricant Additives
Industrial linear alkylbenzene can be used as an additive in lubricants. It can improve the performance of lubricants, such as enhancing lubricity, reducing the friction coefficient, and strengthening oxidation resistance. This helps to extend the service life of mechanical equipment and improve its operating efficiency.
- Petroleum Additives
In petroleum products, industrial linear alkylbenzene can be used as a raw material for additives like detergents and dispersants. It helps keep the inside of engines clean, prevents the formation of carbon deposits and sediments, improves the combustion efficiency of fuel, and reduces exhaust emissions.
- Insulating Materials
Due to its excellent insulating properties, it can be used in the production of insulating materials such as cable insulating oil and transformer oil, ensuring the safe and stable operation of electrical equipment.
- Solvents
In industries such as coatings, inks, and adhesives, industrial linear alkylbenzene can be used as a solvent. It helps dissolve components such as resins and pigments, and adjusts the viscosity and drying properties of products.
Hebei Yingye New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.


Hebei Yingye New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional chemical manufacturer and exporter. It is located in Hebei Province, China, close to the port.
Our product quality and technology have reached international standards and have become a well-known brand in China's chemical industry. Our products are sold well all over the world and exported to many countries in Southeast Asia, North America, South America, Europe and other regions. We employ professional technicians to make our products continue to improve. We pay attention to product quality, environmental protection and harmlessness. Our business philosophy is "pursuing quality and creating a world brand".
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Q1: Are you a trading company or a manufacturer?
We are a direct manufacturer of water treatment materials (activated carbon, PAC, PAM, etc.). We have 20 years of experience in this industry and are an industry leader.
Q2: How to save costs?
We are a direct factory, there is no middleman to earn the difference;
If the quantity you need is small, we have it in stock. Since it is the first cooperation, we will give you the greatest discount;
If you need a large quantity, we will prepare raw materials in advance to avoid rising costs due to fluctuations in raw material prices;We have our own logistics partners, whether it is FOB or CIF, we have our own advantages in cargo transportation;
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Generally it is 1000 kg.
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Usually 3-7 working days (for ready-made samples) and 7-15 working days (for bulk orders).
Q5: How to ensure product quality?
We can provide you with samples for your use test or component test;
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There will be a factory inspection report for the batch of products when the product leaves the factory;
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