Global HAB & LAB trading
Prime Alkyl supplies LAB and HAB from qualified producers worldwide to detergent, lubricant and specialty chemical manufacturers. Spot cargoes or contract supply, FOB, CFR or CIF.
Products
We source both products from established production units and match each grade to your application and specification.
CAS 67774-74-7 · C10–C13
The main raw material for LABSA, the most widely used anionic surfactant in laundry powders, liquid detergents and industrial cleaners. Clear, colourless and readily biodegradable.
CAS 84961-70-6 / 68608-94-0
A high-boiling alkylate used in lubricants and metalworking fluids, oilfield chemicals, transformer and heat-transfer oils, bitumen and roofing membranes, and specialty solvents.
Specifications
Typical values for reference. The binding specification is stated in each offer and confirmed by the Certificate of Analysis for every lot. Other grades available on request.
| Property | Typical value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid | – | Visual |
| Molecular weight | 239–244 | g/mol | – |
| Density | 0.866 | g/cm³ | ASTM D4052 |
| Viscosity @ 37.7 °C | 4.4 | cSt | ASTM D445 |
| Flash point | 140 | °C | ASTM D93 |
| Boiling range | 278–314 | °C | ASTM D86 |
| Pour point | < −50 | °C | ASTM D97 |
| Biodegradability | ≥ 97 | % | OECD 301F |
| Solubility in water | Insoluble | – | – |
| Property | Typical value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAB content | 96.0 | wt% | GC |
| LAB content | 4.0 | wt% | GC |
| Density @ 15 °C | 866.2 | kg/m³ | ASTM D4052 |
| Specific gravity @ 20 °C | 0.8635 | – | ASTM D4052 |
| Viscosity @ 40 °C | 22.2 | cSt | ASTM D7042 |
| Flash point | 205 | °C | ASTM D93 |
| Water content | 0.0038 | wt% | ASTM D6304 |
| Copper corrosion | 1a | rating | ASTM D130 |
| Sulfur content | < 1 | ppm | ASTM D5453 |
| Colour | < 1.5 | ASTM | ASTM D6045 |
| Boiling range | 300–407 | °C | ASTM D86 |
Need a specific viscosity, pour point or colour? Send your target spec with your request and we will match the closest available grade.
Applications
How we work
Product, volume, destination port and preferred terms. A specification sheet helps us match the right grade.
Within 48 business hours: price per MT, packing, lead time and payment terms, CIF, CFR or FOB.
TDS, SDS and samples for your lab. Independent inspection (SGS / Intertek) can be arranged.
Spot cargoes or 3–12 month supply agreements, with full shipping documents and a COA for every lot.
Why Prime Alkyl
We work with established LAB/HAB production units and select the source that best fits your spec, region and timing.
Drums, IBCs, flexitanks or ISO tanks in full container loads. FOB, CFR and CIF to major ports worldwide.
COA, SDS, Certificate of Origin, packing list and bill of lading prepared and checked for your customs clearance.
A single team for pricing, samples, logistics and after-sales, responding fast in your time zone.
Quality & documents
About us
Prime Alkyl is an international trading company focused on two products: Linear Alkyl Benzene and Heavy Alkyl Benzene. Focusing on two products lets us know the specs, the producers, the freight lanes and the paperwork in depth.
We serve detergent makers, lubricant blenders and specialty chemical manufacturers in South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, from first sample to long-term contract supply.
Request a quote
Send your requirement and receive a proposal within 48 business hours: price per MT, packing, lead time and terms.
Prefer email? sales@primealkyl.com