⭐ Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (DBSA) 

Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (DBSA) is primarily used in the production of various anionic surfactants, including sodium, calcium, and ammonium salts of alkylbenzene sulfonate (LABSA derivatives). It also functions as a highly effective emulsifier for organic chlorine and organophosphorus pesticides.

DBSA can be utilized as a curing catalyst for amino-baking coatings and is widely applied in the formulation of both liquid and powder detergents. Additionally, it is frequently incorporated into cosmetic formulations due to its strong detergency and compatibility with other surfactants.

Because of its excellent stability in acidic solutions, along with powerful cleaning ability, DBSA is commonly used in acidic cleaning formulations, such as toilet cleaners and other acidic household or industrial detergents.

⭐ Additional Application Insights 

Manufacturers choose DBSA due to its:

• High surface activity and strong ability to remove oils, dirt, and organic residues

• Excellent emulsification performance, making it ideal for agricultural pesticide formulations

• Compatibility with nonionic and amphoteric surfactants, enabling flexible detergent system design

• Strong acid stability, suitable for low-pH cleaning products

• Low cost and high efficiency, widely used in mass-market detergent production

• Foam-boosting and wetting properties, enhancing cleaning performance in textile and industrial washing

Common Application Fields

• Household & industrial liquid detergents

• Laundry detergents (powder & liquid)

• Acidic toilet cleaners

• Kitchen and bathroom cleaners

• Agricultural pesticide emulsifiers

• Coating industry (curing catalyst for amino baking varnish)

• Car cleaning and degreasing agents

• Leather processing and textile scouring formulations

• Cosmetic cleansing bases (in controlled low-pH systems)