Product Name: Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid
Chemical Formula: C18H30SO3
CAS Number: 68584-22-5
Synonyms: Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid, LABSA
Recommended Uses: Detergents, cleaning products, surfactants for household and industrial applications
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Danger Classification: Corrosive to skin and eyes, harmful if swallowed
Signal Word: Danger
Pictograms: Corrosion, exclamation mark
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, may cause respiratory irritation, harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mists, wear protective gloves and eye protection, wash thoroughly after handling, keep away from food and drink, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, avoid release into the environment, store locked up, dispose in line with local and national regulations
Chemical Name: Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA)
Concentration: 96%–98%
Impurities: Sulphuric acid (trace), aromatic hydrocarbons (trace)
Stabilizing Additives: None
Other Relevant Information: Water content typically 1–4%, composition can vary slightly between suppliers due to source of raw materials and production process
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep airway clear, seek medical attention immediately if breathing difficulty or coughing persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, seek immediate medical attention, do not use neutralizing agents without professional advice
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so, continue rinsing, get immediate medical aid
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, never induce vomiting, drink water if conscious, transport to nearest emergency facility as soon as possible
Note for Doctors: Provide symptomatic and supportive treatment, monitor for acidosis and respiratory difficulty
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide, cool exposed containers with water
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid direct water jet that may spread material
Hazardous Combustion Products: Sulfur oxides, carbon oxides, hazardous organic vapors
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear including chemical-resistant gloves
Additional Advice: Fight fire from a safe distance, limit runoff water to prevent environmental contamination, evacuate area if conditions worsen
Personal Precautions: Use chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles, avoid skin and eye contact, provide sufficient ventilation, isolate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains, surface water or soil, notify authorities if large spill occurs
Containment: Stop leak if safe to do so, prevent spread with inert absorbent such as sand or earth, avoid using sawdust or combustible absorbents
Clean-up Procedures: Collect spillage in plastic-lined containers, wash spill site with copious water after material pickup is complete, dispose following local and national guidelines
Disposal of Contaminated Material: Seal all waste in appropriate, labeled containers for hazardous waste, avoid creating dust or mist during cleanup
Handling Recommendations: Use only with appropriate exhaust ventilation, avoid inhalation of vapors, avoid generating aerosols, always wear recommended protective equipment, wash hands after use, do not mix with incompatible materials such as strong bases or oxidizers
Storage Requirements: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, use corrosion-resistant containers made of stainless steel or polyethylene, keep away from direct sunlight, incompatible chemicals, and food or drink, clearly label all storage tanks and drums, keep containers closed when not in use
Special Precautions: Emergency showers and eyewash stations should be accessible, restrict access to trained personnel, monitor for leaks or corrosion regularly, rotate stock to keep product fresh
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits for this substance, limit workplace exposure as low as reasonably practicable, local guidelines may apply
Engineering Controls: Use fume hoods, local exhaust ventilation, or closed handling systems to minimize exposure, install spill containment systems where possible
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), splash-proof safety goggles, face shield in case of splash risk, full body apron or chemical-resistant suit, respiratory protection such as NIOSH-approved respirator under conditions of inadequate ventilation
Hygiene Practices: Change contaminated clothing immediately, no smoking or eating in use areas, wash thoroughly before breaks and after handling
Environmental Controls: Implement systems to recover process emissions, use bunded storage for large tanks to prevent environmental release
Appearance: Brown viscous liquid
Odor: Strong, sulfurous odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: < 2 (strongly acidic)
Melting Point: Below -10°C
Boiling Point: Greater than 315°C
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not significant
Flammability: Non-flammable but may char at very high temperatures
Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Extremely low at ambient temperature
Vapor Density: Not relevant
Relative Density: 1.05–1.10 g/cm³
Solubility: Completely miscible with water, forms acidic solutions
Partition Coefficient: Not applicable
Auto-ignition Temperature: Data not available
Decomposition Temperature: May release toxic SOx fumes at high temperature
Viscosity: Highly viscous liquid at room temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts violently with strong bases and oxidizing agents, may evolve sulfur oxides in fire
Hazardous Reactions: Risk of vigorous reaction or spattering with bases, potential for thermal decomposition at high temperatures
Incompatible Materials: Strong alkalis, sodium hypochlorite, oxidizing agents, finely divided metals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, carbon oxides, possible formation of hazardous organic vapors
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, mixing with incompatible chemicals or bases, storage in unlined metal containers
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Severe burns of skin and eyes, respiratory tract irritation, sore throat and coughing if vapors inhaled, risk of permanent eye damage
Chronic Effects: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause dermatitis, chronic respiratory irritation, long-term eye damage possible without prompt first aid
Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): estimated 500–2000 mg/kg; Inhalation LC50: not available; Dermal LD50: not determined
Other Information: Not expected to cause genetic mutation or cancer based on available evidence, data for reproductive effects inadequate; aggravates existing dermatitis or asthma
Symptoms of Exposure: Burning pain, redness, swelling, blistering of skin, tearing and blurred vision, coughing or difficulty breathing after large exposure
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in water over several days but can cause immediate harm before breakdown
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate significantly due to rapid breakdown
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble and mobile in water, risk of groundwater contamination if released to environment
Other Adverse Effects: Acidification of water bodies, risk to fish and aquatic invertebrates, direct spills into soil and water must be avoided; notify authorities on large releases
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose as hazardous waste following regional laws, neutralize only with specific procedure and personnel, do not pour into sewers
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of as hazardous waste, rinse only with professional handling, do not use for other chemicals
Recommendations: Label and seal all waste material, minimize release to environment, work with licensed waste contractor for disposal, special pre-treatment may apply for industrial discharges
UN Number: UN 2586
Proper Shipping Name: Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid, Liquid
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substances)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Corrosive
Special Provisions: Product must be in corrosion-resistant containers, avoid stacking drums, check integrity before transit, driver should carry emergency spill kit
Environmental Hazards: Classified as marine pollutant, notify recipient if shipment involves sea freight
Transport in Bulk: Use tankers dedicated to corrosive chemical service, comply with all chemical transport regulations for road, sea and air
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Subject to control under national and local chemical safety regulations, may require workplace exposure monitoring and reporting, listing under relevant chemical registries such as REACH (EU), TSCA (US)
Classification: Corrosive (according to CLP, OSHA HCS, WHMIS)
Labeling Requirements: Hazard pictograms, danger signal word, hazard and precautionary statements on container
Restrictions: Not permitted in food, medical or cosmetic applications; subject to strict allocation in sensitive environments (waterways, food production, schools)
Other Regulatory Listings: CAA (Clean Air Act, US): May be regulated for emissions under local rules; SARA/EPCRA (US): May create notifiable risk in large quantities; check special restrictions for transport or pollution control in region
Occupational Regulations: Local workplace chemical safety laws may require site-specific risk assessments and training for handlers
