Naphthenic Acid Market Size, Share, Growth Report 2032

Naphthenic Acid (CnH2n-z O2) is a complex compound that ranges in color from light yellow to dark, and is insoluble in water. It consists primarily of a mixture of carboxylic acids with a smaller proportion of acyclic acids, typically derived from crude oil or sand bitumen. The acid is obtained through the caustic extraction process during petroleum distillation, where it is separated from refinery streams via caustic washing.

This compound acts as a surfactant, facilitating the formulation and stabilization of emulsions, though it often requires significant treatment to meet specific product standards.

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