Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid

Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid (DBSA) is an organic compound used as a surfactant and detergent in a variety of applications. It is a white solid with a strong sulfonic acid odor. DBSA is a strong acid, with a pKa of 1.7 and is highly soluble in water. It is often used in industrial and commercial cleaning products, as well as in shampoos, soaps, and detergents. It is also used as an emulsifier and dispersant in oil production and in the manufacture of paints, plastics, and pharmaceuticals.