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Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Production from LAB and Oleum
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Operating Costs & Plant Construction Costs
This report presents the economics of Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) production from linear alkylbenzene (LAB) and oleum (10-25% sulfur trioxide in sulfuric acid) in the United States, via a conventional sulfonation process. Sulfur trioxide is the sulfonating agent and the primary product is the para-alkylbenzene sulfonic acid, which is further neutralized.
The report provides a comprehensive study of Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate production and related Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate production cost, covering three key aspects: a complete description of the Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate production process examined; an in-depth analysis of the related Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate plant capital cost (Capex); and an evaluation of the respective Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate plant operating costs (Opex).
The Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate production process description includes a block flow diagram (BFD), an overview of the industrial site installations, detailing both the process unit and the necessary infrastructure, process consumption figures and comprehensive process flow diagrams (PFD). The Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate plant capital cost analysis breaks down the Capex by plant cost (i.e., ISBL, OSBL and Contingency); owner's cost; working capital; and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up. The Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate plant operating costs analysis covers operating expenses, including variable costs like raw materials and utilities, and fixed costs such as maintenance, labor, and depreciation.
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Product
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate. Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (a.k.a. LAS, Linear Alkylbenzene Sulphonic Acid) refers to a group of anionic surfactants, which are comprised of an aromatic ring sulfonated at the para position and attached to a linear alkyl chain with 10 to 13 carbons. LAS are produced by sulfonation of linear alkyl benzenes with sulfonating agents, such as sulfuric acid or chlorosulfonic acid, in the presence of hydrogen fluoride catalyst. LAS is readily biodegraded in aerobic envinroments, and this characteristic, combined with optimized performance in terms of solubility, foaming, wetting, detergency, and compatibility with other detergent components, makes it the most used surfactant in household detergent formulations. It is also widely employed a number of industrial applications.
Raw Materials
Oleum. Oleum is a highly concentrated form of sulfuric acid that contains dissolved sulfur trioxide (SO3). It is used as a dehydrating agent, in the production of explosives, and in the manufacture of chemicals like dyes and detergents. Oleum is produced by dissolving SO3 in sulfuric acid and is stored as a highly reactive liquid. Its role in various chemical syntheses and its ability to act as a strong acid makes it a key industrial reagent.
Linear Alkylbenzene. Linear Alkylbenzene (LAB) is a key raw material for producing surfactants used in detergents and industrial cleaners. Its linear structure makes it biodegradable, making it a preferred choice in environmentally-friendly formulations. LAB is produced through the alkylation of benzene with linear alkenes and is stored as a liquid. Beyond its use in detergents, LAB is also applied in agricultural chemicals and as a carrier solvent in industrial formulations.
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Plant Capital Cost Summary
Summary outlining the capital cost required for building the Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate production plant examined.
Plant Capital Cost Details
Detailing of fixed capital (ISBL, OSBL & Owner’s Cost), working capital and additional capital requirements.
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Breakdown of Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate process unit (ISBL) costs and infrastructure (OSBL) costs; plant cost breakdown per discipline.
Operating Costs Summary
Summary presenting the operating variable costs and the total operating cost of the Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate production plant studied.
Operating Cost Details
Detailing of utilities costs, operating fixed costs and depreciation.
Plant Capacity Assessment
Comparative analysis of capital investment and operating costs for different Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate plant capacities.
Production Process Information
Block Flow Diagram, descriptions of process unit (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL).
Process Consumptions
Raw materials and utilities consumption figures, by-products credits, labor requirements
Process Diagrams
Process flow diagrams (PFD), equipment list and industrial site configuration
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Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Production from LAB and Sulfur
This report analyses the economics of Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) production from linear alkylbenzene (LAB) and sulfur in the United States, via a conventional sulfonation process. In this process, elemental sulfur is burned, yielding sulfur dioxide, which is then oxidated with dry air to produce sulfur trioxide, the sulfonating agent. The primary product is the para-alkylbenzene sulfonic acid, which is further neutralized.
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