Properties:
- Dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid is a white to yellow-white crystalline solid with the characteristic odor of benzene sulfonic acid.
- It is almost insoluble in water at room temperature, but can be dissolved in organic solvents such as ethanol, acetone, etc.
- Dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid is a surfactant with good wetting properties.
Uses:
- Dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid is commonly used as a dispersant and solubilizer for dyes, pigments and coatings.
- Industrially, it can be used to prepare inks, flexible foams, latex coatings, etc.