Description

Tea-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate is a high-purity anionic surfactant derived from tridecylbenzene sulfonic acid neutralized with triethanolamine (TEA). This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties in demanding industrial formulations. It is a critical component for manufacturers in the agrochemical, textile, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking reliable performance and supply chain stability.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key emulsifier and dispersant in pesticide concentrates (EC, SC) and adjuvant systems.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Provides powerful wetting and degreasing action in heavy-duty alkaline and acidic cleaner formulations.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent and detergent in scouring, dyeing, and finishing baths.
• Metal Working Fluids: Serves as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants and drawing compounds.
• Paint & Coating Additives: Functions as a pigment dispersant and grinding aid to improve color development and stability.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in demulsifiers and drilling mud formulations for its surfactant properties.
• Leather Processing: Used in soaking, degreasing, and dyeing processes for hides and skins.
• Industrial Emulsion Polymerization: Acts as a surfactant in the production of various polymer lattices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tea-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate
CAS No.	59599-58-5
Molecular Formula	C25H47NO6S
Molecular Weight	489.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethanolamine Tridecylbenzenesulfonate; Tridecylbenzenesulfonic Acid Triethanolamine Salt; TEA Tridecylbenzene Sulfonate; Benzenesulfonic acid, tridecyl-, compd. with 2,2',2''-nitrilotris[ethanol] (1:1); Tridecylbenzene Sulfonate TEA Salt; Surfactant TEA-TDBS; T-DBS TEA Salt; N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-((tridecylphenyl)sulfonyloxy)ethanaminium
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Quality Control

Our Tea-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance and meets specifications for critical parameters such as active matter content, pH, and color. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, viscous yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 95.0 %
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content	≤ 2.0 %
Color (Gardner)	≤ 8
Density (at 20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.