Triethanolamine Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Anionic surfactants
CAS 27323-41-7
IUPAC: 2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol; dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid

No GHS classification at typical consumer product concentrations. The LABS surfactant family can cause mild eye and skin irritation at concentrated levels, but finished-product use at low percentages presents no significant health concern.

Triethanolamine dodecylbenzenesulfonate (TEA-LABS, CAS 27323-41-7) is an anionic surfactant formed from the reaction of triethanolamine with dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid. It functions as a cleaning agent and emulsifier in aqueous formulations. Linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LABS) are among the most-studied surfactant families — they are readily biodegradable and have been used in detergent applications for decades. The TEA salt form delivers mild alkalinity and good compatibility with other nonionic surfactants.

Health & environment profile

VOC: no
Prop 65 listed: no
Asthmagen: no
EPA Safer Choice: no
Aquatic toxicity: no
Biodegradable: yes
Bioaccumulative: no
Persistent: no
Ozone depleting: no
Microplastic: no
PFAS: no
Env. score: 5/5

Purpose: Anionic surfactant — cleaning agent and emulsifier; the TEA salt of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate with mildly alkaline pH character

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