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PETRELAB® 550

PETRELAB® 550 is a linear alkylbenzene (LAB) resulting from the catalytic alkylation of benzene with linear mono-olefins derived from the dehydrogenation process of n-paraffins. These substances primarily serve as raw materials in the production of linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid (LABSA) through sulfonation reactions and the subsequent production of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS) via neutralization. It is a key anionic surfactant widely used in various applications, notably in household detergents such as laundry powders, laundry liquids, dishwashing products, and all-purpose cleaners. Additionally, LAS finds use in a range of other industries.

Brand: PETRELAB (3 products)

Chemical Name: Benzene, C10-13-alkyl derivs.

Chemical Family: Aromatics, Linear Alkylbenzenes (LAB)

CAS Number: 67774-74-7

Technical Data SheetSafety Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Aromatics,
Linear Alkylbenzenes (LAB)
Chemical Name
Benzene, C10-13-alkyl derivs.
Base Chemicals Functions
Intermediate
Technologies
Base Chemicals & Intermediates
Product Families
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Intermediates
Aromatics

Applications & Uses

Markets
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Base Chemicals End Uses
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) ,
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA)
Product Application

PETRELAB® 550, Linear Alkylbenzene (LAB), is the result of the catalytic alkylation of benzene with linear monoolefins obtained from n-paraffin dehydrogenation process. Commercial LAB is a blend of C10–C13 homologues with all positional isomers except 1-phenyl. Low 2 phenyl isomers content (15-21%).Detal Flex 2 Phenyl Techology

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 15ºC)0.86g/ml-
Color30.0-Saybolt
Color5.0HazenAPHA
Bromine Index1.0mg/100g-
Carbon Chain Distribution (more than 5 Phenyl C10)max. 1% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C10)13.5% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C10 + Phenyl C11)46.0% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C11)33.0% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C12)33.5% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C13 + Phenyl C14)20.0% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C13)19.5% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (Phenyl C14)max. 0.5% (wt)-
Carbon Chain Distribution (less than Phenyl C14)0.0% (wt)-
2 Phenyl Alkanes20.0% (wt)-
Molecular Weight240.0g/mol-
Paraffins0.1% (wt)-
Tetralins and Indansmax. 1% (wt)-
Water Content37.0ppm-
Viscosity (at 100ºF)4.5cSt-
Flash Point140.0ºCClose cup
Sulfonability98.5% (wt)-
Aniline Point16.0ºC-
Refraction Index (at 20°C)1.483--
Aciditymax. 0.05mg KOH/g-
Total Linear Alkylbenzenemin. 90% (wt)-
Total Branched Alkylbenzenemax. 7% (wt)-

Safety & Health

Health and Safety Information

Do not swallow. Hazardous product that may be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment according to the safety data sheet. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. See more details regarding  the precautionary statements on safe use, storage and disposal in the safety data sheet.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bulk
Packaging Information

Available in trucks, flexitanks, isotanks and vessels.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Store in accordance with local regulations.
  • Carbon steel is preferred for pipes and storage in contact with PETRELAB® 500 -Q