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Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are widely used in the production of washing powders and liquids as well as cleaning and washing preparations.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 is used agrochemical formulations (herbicides, pesticides, fungicides), Emulsifiers in crop protection products, Wetting agents and dispersants, Industrial and institutional cleaners, Detergent formulations, Textile processing and dyeing, Oilfield chemicals and emulsions.
Chemical family: Alkylbenzene sulfonates (anionic surfactants)
Typical CAS Number (active substance): 25155-30-0 (Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid / salts)
EC Number: 246-680-4
Molecular Formula: Variable mixture (typically ~C₁₈H₃₀O₃SNa for sodium salt forms)
Molecular Weight: Variable (~320–350 g/mol depending on alkyl chain length)
SYNONYMS:
Linear alkylbenzene sulfonate, LAS, Alkylbenzene sulfonic acid salts, Dodecylbenzene sulfonate, Sodium alkylbenzene sulfonate, (C10-C16) Alkylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt, (C10-C16) Alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt, (C10-C16)Alkyl benzene sulfonic acid sodium salt, (C10-C16)Alkyl benzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt, (C10-C16)Alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt, C10-C16 Alkylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt, Mono-C10-16-alkyl benzenesulfonic acid sodium salts, SDA 15-081-04, Benzenesulfonic acid, mono-C10-16-alkyl derivs, sodium salts, Benzenesulfonic acid, mono-C10-16-alkyl derivs., sodium salts, Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs., sodium salts, [ChemIDplus] Sodium alkylbenzene sulphonate, Sodium C10-C16 alkylbenzene sulfonate, [Redox Chemicals MSDS]
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 belong to the group of anionic surfactants.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are formed by sulfonation of alkylbenzene, usually containing a linear chain of 10-13 carbon atoms.
As a result, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 is obtained.
In the next stage, it is neutralized with sodium hydroxide, which results in obtaining alkylbenzene sulphonic acid sodium salt.
The sulfonating agent may be oleum i.e. a mixture of sulphuric acid and sulphur trioxide, sulphur trioxide gas, or chlorosulphonic acid.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 belong to the group of anionic surfactants.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are formed by sulfonation of alkylbenzene, usually containing a linear chain of 10-13 carbon atoms.
As a result, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 is obtained.
In the next stage, it is neutralized with sodium hydroxide, which results in obtaining Agnique ABS 60 & 70.
The sulfonating agent may be oleum i.e. a mixture of sulphuric acid and sulphur trioxide, sulphur trioxide gas, or chlorosulphonic acid.
In this group of compounds, the remaining sulphone is a hydrophilic group, while the alkylbenzene chain is hydrophobic.
The representative of this group of anionic surfactants produced in the largest quantities is sodium dodecylbenzene sulphonate, i.e. ABSNa.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are prepared industrially by the sulfonation of linear alkylbenzenes (LABs), which can themselves be prepared in several ways.
In the most common route benzene is alkylated by long chain monoalkenes (e.g. dodecene) using hydrogen fluoride as a catalyst.
The purified dodecylbenzenes (and related derivatives) are then sulfonated with sulfur trioxide to give the sulfonic acid.
The sulfonic acid is subsequently neutralized with sodium hydroxide.
The term "linear" refers to the starting alkenes rather than the final product, perfectly linear addition products are not seen, in-line with Markovnikov's rule.
Thus, the alkylation of linear alkenes, even 1-alkenes such as 1-dodecene, gives several isomers of phenyldodecane.
USES and APPLICATIONS of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Uses and Applications of Agnique ABS 60 & 70: Agrochemical formulations (herbicides, pesticides, fungicides), Emulsifiers in crop protection products, Wetting agents and dispersants, Industrial and institutional cleaners, Detergent formulations, Textile processing and dyeing, Oilfield chemicals and emulsions.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are high-performance anionic surfactant formulations based on alkylbenzene sulfonates, widely used in agrochemical and industrial applications.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are designed to provide excellent emulsification, wetting, and dispersing properties, especially in formulations requiring efficient surface activity and compatibility with active ingredients.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are widely used in the production of washing powders and liquids as well as cleaning and washing preparations.
Due to their strong degreasing properties, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are not used in the formulas of shampoos and body wash products.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are adopted in industrial processes, such as emulsion polymerization and production of plant protection products.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are a class of anionic surfactants, consisting of a hydrophilic sulfonate head-group and a hydrophobic alkylbenzene tail-group.
Along with sodium laureth sulfate, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are one of the oldest and most widely used synthetic detergents and may be found in numerous personal-care products (soaps, shampoos, toothpaste etc.) and household-care products (laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, spray cleaner etc.).
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 were introduced in the 1930s in the form of branched alkylbenzene sulfonates (BAS).
However following environmental concerns these were replaced with linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LAS) during the 1960s.
Since then production has increased significantly from about one million tons in 1980, to around 3.5 million tons in 2016, making Agnique ABS 60 & 70 most produced anionic surfactant after soaps.
USES, BENEFITS, AND CHARACTERISTICS of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are extensively used in agrochemical and industrial formulations due to their strong surface-active properties and formulation flexibility.
In crop protection products, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 function as highly effective emulsifiers, wetting agents, and dispersants, ensuring uniform distribution of active ingredients on plant surfaces and improving overall efficacy.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70's ability to significantly reduce surface tension enhances penetration and spreading, which is critical for pesticide performance.
In detergent and cleaning applications, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 provide excellent soil removal, foaming, and grease-cutting capabilities.
One of Agnique ABS 60 & 70's key benefits is their high efficiency at relatively low concentrations, which contributes to cost-effective formulations.
Additionally, their biodegradability, particularly in linear alkylbenzene sulfonate forms, makes Agnique ABS 60 & 70 more environmentally acceptable compared to older surfactant chemistries.
Their chemical robustness, compatibility with a wide range of ingredients, and strong emulsification performance make Agnique ABS 60 & 70 essential components in modern formulation science.
INDUSTRIAL PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 provide several formulation advantages:
*High cost-performance ratio compared to specialty surfactants
*Strong detergency and grease removal capability
*Reliable performance in large-scale industrial processes
*Flexibility in formulation design due to compatibility with multiple additive classes
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are particularly valued in agrochemical formulations because they improve:
*Spray coverage
*Retention on plant surfaces
*Rainfastness (in combination with adjuvants)
PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 containing linear alkyl chain in their structure are much more biodegradable compared to their branched equivalents.
Products obtained in the reaction with alkylbenzene containing a longer carbon chain have better surface-active properties, but are less soluble in water.
ABS in the form of acid usually has a very high concentration of the active substance – between 96 and 98%, while its sodium salts have active substance concentration ranging from 30 to 75%.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are well soluble in water.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 exhibit detergent and wetting properties and have the ability to form high and dense foam.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are stable in mixtures with all non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, but are not compatible with cationic compounds and enzymes.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are concentrated anionic surfactant systems based on alkylbenzene sulfonates, typically supplied as viscous liquids or paste-like materials with a yellowish to brown appearance.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 exhibit excellent solubility in water and form stable aqueous solutions with moderate to high foaming characteristics.
Chemically, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 contain sulfonate functional groups that dissociate in water to produce negatively charged species, enabling strong surface activity and efficient reduction of surface tension.
Their viscosity increases with concentration, and Agnique ABS 60 & 70 remain stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 show good thermal and chemical stability, although they are incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and cationic compounds.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70's ability to form micelles at relatively low concentrations makes them highly effective in emulsification and dispersion processes.
STRUCTURE PROPERTY RELATIONSHIPS of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Under ideal conditions the cleaning power of Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are very similar, however LAS performs slightly better in normal use conditions, due to it being less affected by hard water.
Within LAS itself the detergency of the various isomers are fairly similar, however their physical properties (Krafft point, foaming etc.) are noticeably different.
In particular the Krafft point of the high 2-phenyl product (i.e. the least branched isomer) remains below 0 °C up to 25% LAS whereas the low 2-phenyl cloud point is ~15 °C.
This behavior is often exploited by producers to create either clear or cloudy products.
ADVANCED TECHNICAL INFORMATION of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 belong to the class of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS)-based surfactant systems, where the linear alkyl chain length (typically C10–C13) plays a critical role in performance.
The balance between hydrophobic alkyl chain and hydrophilic sulfonate group determines the Hydrophilic–Lipophilic Balance (HLB), which typically falls in the range of 10–13, making these surfactants highly suitable for oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.
The difference between ABS 60 and ABS 70 is primarily active matter concentration, which directly affects viscosity, formulation density, and performance efficiency.
ABS 70 offers higher actives, enabling lower dosage in formulations but requiring more careful handling due to increased viscosity and potential gel formation under certain conditions.
FORMULATION BEHAVIOR & PERFORMANCE of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
In formulation systems, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 products exhibit strong synergistic effects when combined with:
*Nonionic surfactants (e.g., alcohol ethoxylates) → improved emulsification stability
*Builders (e.g., phosphates, carbonates) → enhanced detergency
*Solvents (e.g., glycol ethers) → improved solubilization of actives
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are particularly effective in forming microemulsions and stable macroemulsions, which is critical in agrochemical formulations where active ingredient dispersion uniformity directly impacts biological efficacy.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70's electrolyte tolerance is moderate; performance may decrease in very hard water due to interaction with calcium and magnesium ions, although this can be mitigated with chelating agents.
INTERFACIAL AND SURFACE CHEMISTRY of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 significantly reduce surface and interfacial tension, enabling:
*Rapid wetting of hydrophobic surfaces (e.g., plant leaves, soils)
*Enhanced spreading behavior
*Improved penetration of active ingredients
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 form micellar structures in aqueous solutions above the CMC, which allows encapsulation of hydrophobic molecules, improving solubility and delivery.
Additionally, Agnique ABS 60 & 70's adsorption at solid–liquid interfaces makes them effective dispersants in suspension concentrates (SC formulations), preventing particle agglomeration.
ADDITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
*Strong detergency and wetting performance
*Excellent emulsification capability
*Good dispersing properties
*High compatibility with many formulation systems
*Biodegradable (especially linear alkylbenzene derivatives)
STABILITY & PROCESSING BEHAVIOR of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
*Thermal stability:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are stable up to moderate processing temperatures (~100–120°C in solution)
*pH stability:
Broad stability range (approx. pH 5–10)
*Hydrolytic stability:
Good under neutral conditions; extreme pH may affect performance
*Shear stability:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 maintain performance under mechanical mixing
In concentrated systems, especially ABS 70, phase behavior becomes important; viscosity can increase sharply, and dilution should be controlled to avoid gel phase formation.
ENVIRONMENTAL & REGULATORY PROFILE of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 are based on linear alkylbenzene sulfonates, which are:
*Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
*Significantly more environmentally acceptable than branched ABS (historically problematic)
*Subject to OECD biodegradability standards
However, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 still exhibit aquatic toxicity at high concentrations, requiring controlled discharge and compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., REACH framework under ECHA).
BRANCHED AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Branched Agnique ABS 60 & 70 (BAS) were introduced in the early 1930s and saw significant growth from the late 1940s onwards, in early literature these synthetic detergents are often abbreviated as syndets.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 were prepared by the Friedel–Crafts alkylation of benzene with 'propylene tetramer' (also called tetrapropylene) followed by sulfonation.
Propylene tetramer being a broad term for a mixture of compounds formed by the oligomerization of propene, its use gave a mixture of highly branched structures.
Compared to traditional soaps, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 offered superior tolerance to hard water and better foaming.
However, the highly branched tail made it difficult to biodegrade.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 was widely blamed for the formation of large expanses of stable foam in areas of wastewater discharge such as lakes, rivers and coastal areas (sea foams), as well as foaming problems encountered in sewage treatment and contamination of drinking water.
As such, Agnique ABS 60 & 70 was phased out of most detergent products during the 1960s, being replaced with linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LAS), which biodegrade much more rapidly.
Agnique ABS 60 & 70 is still important in certain agrochemical and industrial applications, where rapid biodegradability is of reduced importance.
For instance, inhibiting asphaltene deposition from crude oil.
PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
Chemical family: Alkylbenzene sulfonates (anionic surfactants)
Typical CAS Number (active substance): 25155-30-0 (Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid / salts)
EC Number: 246-680-4
Molecular Formula: Variable mixture (typically ~C₁₈H₃₀O₃SNa for sodium salt forms)
Molecular Weight: Variable (~320–350 g/mol depending on alkyl chain length)
AGNIQUE ABS 60: ~60% active content
AGNIQUE ABS 70: ~70% active content
Physical state:
ABS 60: Viscous liquid or paste
ABS 70: More concentrated viscous liquid/paste
Color: Light yellow to brownish
Odor: Mild characteristic surfactant odor
Density: ~1.05–1.10 g/cm³
Solubility:
Highly soluble in water
pH (aqueous solution): ~6–9 (depending on neutralization)
Viscosity: Medium to high (increases with concentration)
Foaming: High foaming tendency
Type: Anionic surfactant
Active group: Sulfonate (–SO₃⁻)
Ionic character: Negatively charged in aqueous solution
Reactivity:
Stable under normal conditions
Incompatible with strong oxidizers
Can react with cationic surfactants (precipitation)
Surface activity: Excellent reduction of surface tension
CMC (Critical Micelle Concentration): Low (efficient micelle formation)
FIRST AID MEASURES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.
HANDLING and STORAGE of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.
STABILITY and REACTIVITY of AGNIQUE ABS 60 & 70:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available
