LABSA 96% is an ultra-concentrated linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid surfactant engineered for commercial detergent factories in Kenya seeking maximum active matter yield in detergent powders and liquid soaps.
LABSA 96% is an ultra-concentrated linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid surfactant engineered for commercial detergent factories in Kenya seeking maximum active matter yield in detergent powders and liquid soaps.
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Product Code: KIC-SUR-003
Also known as: LABSA, Sulfonic Acid, Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate, LABSA 96%
Synonyms: DBSA, Laurylbenzene Sulfonic Acid, DDBSA
Prime-grade Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid 96% (LABSA) anionic surfactant for dishwashing liquids, detergent powders, industrial degreasers, and soap manufacturing in Kenya.
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Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid 96% (LABSA, CAS 27176-87-0) is a viscous, dark brown acidic surfactant. It is the single most important anionic surfactant raw material used globally in the manufacture of household and industrial detergent products.
When neutralized with Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda) or Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash), LABSA forms sodium alkylbenzene sulfonate, which delivers exceptional detergency, high foaming power, and rapid wetting action.
Kiki's Industrial Chemicals Ltd imports prime virgin LABSA 96% directly into Kenya, supplying 210kg HDPE drums and 1000kg IBC totes to commercial soap factories and SME detergent makers in Nairobi and East Africa.
LABSA 96% features a hydrophobic alkylbenzene hydrocarbon chain coupled to a strongly hydrophilic sulfonic acid group. Its high active matter content (96% min) ensures maximum surfactant yield during saponification.
The reaction of 1.0 kg of LABSA 96% with approx. 0.133 kg of pure Caustic Soda (NaOH) yields a neutral, high-foaming sodium sulfonate paste with excellent hard water stability.
Contact Kiki's Technical Sales team for current 210kg drum prices, batch certificates of analysis, and starter liquid soap formulation guides.
Store in original tightly sealed 210kg HDPE drums or stainless steel tanks in a cool, dry, sheltered area.
Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 50°C, direct sunlight, or strong oxidizing chemicals. Maintain storage temperatures above 15°C to prevent excessive viscosity increase.
LABSA 96% is corrosive and causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Wear chemical splash goggles, heavy PVC/Nitrile gloves, rubber apron, and boots when handling raw acid.
In case of skin contact, immediately flush with copious running water for at least 15 minutes and neutralize residual acidity.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Eye contact: Flush continuously with water for 20 mins. Skin: Remove clothing and flush with water.
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COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE
Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for LABSA 96% for High-Yield Commercial Soap & Detergent Manufacturing.
LABSA 96% contains 96% active sulphonic acid with lower free sulfuric acid and un-sulfonated oil, yielding more active detergent per kilogram than standard 90% LABSA.
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