LABSA Properties

LABSA Properties

LABSA or Sulfonic acid (H2O3S) is produced in two industrial and laboratory grades and is a brown liquid. LABSA is non-volatile, moisture absorbent and soluble in water with an unpleasant smell, which is used as an emulsifier and additive. The presence of a hydrogen atom in this molecule has given it an acidic property. LABSA is possible to neutralize sulfonic acid with all kinds of alkalis, including soda, in which case sodium sulfonate is produced. This substance is stable in acidic, alkaline and some oxide solutions. Also, LABSA has washing, moisturizing, foaming, emulsifying and dispersion capabilities. In general, LABSA using for removal of fats and impurities in detergent compositions is based on the process of surface absorption, which is the responsibility of surfactants.