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Cocamino Propyl Betaine Desmocol
Cocamino Propyl Betaine Desmocol is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty acids and amino acids. It appears as a clear to slightly hazy liquid with a faint coconut-like odor. CAPB is widely used in personal care and household cleaning products for its excellent foaming, cleansing, and conditioning properties. Being a zwitterionic surfactant, it is compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants, enhancing the mildness and stability of formulations. The 30% active solution is easy to handle and incorporate in various cosmetic and detergent products. It functions as a foam booster, viscosity builder, and anti-irritant agent, making it a versatile ingredient in mild formulations.
Cocamino Propyl Betaine Desmocol
Primary Uses
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Used extensively in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and liquid hand soaps for gentle cleansing and rich foam production.
- Acts as a foam stabilizer and enhancer improving sensory feel and lather quality in formulations.
- Provides skin and hair conditioning effects, reducing irritation potential from harsh surfactants.
- Commonly incorporated in baby care and sensitive skin products due to its mildness and low irritation profile.
- Used in bubble baths and bath gels to improve foam volume and texture.
- Household & Industrial Cleaning
- Utilized in liquid dishwashing detergents and surface cleaners for grease removal and foam generation.
- Functions as a defoamer and viscosity modifier in detergent formulations.
- Compatible with other surfactants to formulate mild yet effective cleaning products for delicate surfaces.
Secondary Uses
- Textile & Leather Processing
- Applied as a wetting and foaming agent in textile scouring and leather processing due to its mild nature and biodegradability.
- Agricultural Formulations
- Occasionally used as a surfactant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve wetting and spreading on plant surfaces.
- Pharmaceutical & Dermatological
- Incorporated in topical pharmaceutical formulations as a cleansing agent where mildness is critical.
- Industrial Applications
- Used in some industrial emulsions and metal cleaning formulations for its surfactant and foam control properties.
1. Basic Identification Attributes
- Chemical Name (IUPAC): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Common/Trade Name: Cocamino Propyl Betaine 30% (CAPB) Desmocol
- CAS Number: 61789-40-0
- HS Code: 3402.19.00
- Molecular Formula: C19H38N2O3 (approximate, varies due to mixture)
- Synonyms:
- CAPB
- Cocamidopropyl betaine
- Amphoteric surfactant
2. Physical & Chemical Properties
- Physical State: Viscous liquid (30% aqueous solution)
- Color & Odor: Light amber to yellowish; mild coconut-like odor
- pH (10% aqueous solution): 5.5 – 7.5
- Density: Approx. 1.03 g/cm³ at 25°C
- Solubility: Completely soluble in water; insoluble in oils and nonpolar solvents
- Foaming Ability: High foam volume with good stability
- Viscosity: Moderate; can increase viscosity in blends
- Stability: Stable in pH range 4–10; sensitive to strong acids and bases
3. Safety & Hazard Attributes
- Hazard Class (GHS): Generally considered safe; may cause mild eye irritation
- NFPA Ratings:
- Health: 1
- Flammability: 0
- Reactivity: 0
- Exposure Limits: No specific occupational limits established; handle with standard precautions
- Toxicity: Low toxicity; non-irritating to skin in recommended concentrations
- Reactivity: Stable under normal handling; avoid contact with strong oxidizers
4. Storage & Handling Attributes
- Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and bases
- Container Type: Polyethylene or stainless steel drums and totes
- Shelf Life: 12–24 months if stored properly
- Special Handling: Avoid prolonged skin contact and eye exposure; use PPE as appropriate
5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
- FDA Status: Approved for use in cosmetic and personal care formulations
- REACH Status: Registered and compliant with EU regulations
- Transportation: Not classified as hazardous for transport
- Waste Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations; readily biodegradable
6. Environmental & Health Impact
- Ecotoxicity: Low aquatic toxicity; biodegradable under aerobic conditions
- Persistence: Readily biodegradable
- Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate
- Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic or mutagenic
- Biodegradability: Rapidly biodegradable in wastewater treatment systems
Safety Handling Precautions
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Gloves
- Safety goggles
- Protective clothing (if prolonged exposure)
Handling Measures:
- Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure
- Use adequate ventilation in confined areas
Storage Measures:
- Keep container sealed when not in use
- Store away from incompatible materials
Hygiene Practices:
- Wash hands after handling
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke in handling areas
First Aid Measures
- Inhalation: Not expected to be hazardous; move to fresh air if irritation occurs
- Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical advice if irritation develops
- Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical attention if irritation persists
- Ingestion: Rinse mouth; seek medical attention if discomfort or symptoms occur
Firefighting Measures
- Fire Hazards: Non-flammable; may decompose at high temperatures releasing toxic fumes
- Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
- Special Precautions: Firefighters should wear protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus if exposed to fumes
- Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, and small amounts of ammonia
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Amphoteric surfactants are unique surface-active agents that can act as either anionic or cationic surfactants depending on the pH of the solution. These molecules contain both acidic (carboxyl or sulfonic) and basic (amine or quaternary ammonium) functional groups, giving them high versatility, mildness, and compatibility with other surfactants. Amphoteric surfactants are widely used in personal care, household cleaning, industrial applications, pharmaceuticals, and specialty formulations where low irritation and effective cleansing are critical. Common examples include Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Lauryl Betaine.
Centrimonium Chloride Solution
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Ceteareth 20 Ginonic
Ceteareth 20 Ginonic CSA 20 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from the ethoxylation of cetearyl alcohol, incorporating approximately 20 ethylene oxide units per molecule. It appears as a white to off-white waxy solid or viscous liquid, depending on temperature and formulation. This emulsifier is widely used in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations for its excellent ability to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions, improve texture, and enhance the sensory properties of finished products. Its high hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) makes it especially effective in forming stable emulsions and solubilizing lipophilic ingredients in aqueous phases. Ceteareth 20 is valued for its mildness, broad compatibility, and multifunctional performance.
Ceto Stearyl Alcohol
Ceto Stearyl Alcohol 1618TA is a high-quality fatty alcohol blend primarily composed of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) alcohols. It appears as a white, waxy solid or flakes with a mild fatty odor. This blend is widely used as an emollient, thickener, and co-emulsifier in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations. Ceto Stearyl Alcohol 1618TA offers excellent lubricity, thickening, and stabilizing properties, enhancing the texture, consistency, and moisturizing characteristics of creams, lotions, and hair care products. It serves as a skin conditioning agent and contributes to the structural integrity of emulsions.
Cetomacrogel 1000BP
Cetomacrogel 1000BP is a high molecular weight polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivative, typically used as a thickening agent, emulsifier, and stabilizer in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations. It appears as a white to off-white, waxy solid or flakes with a neutral odor. Known for its excellent water solubility and compatibility with various ingredients, Cetomacrogel 1000BP enhances texture, viscosity, and stability in creams, ointments, and gels. It serves as a hydrophilic vehicle base in topical and oral pharmaceutical preparations and improves product spreadability and skin feel.
Galaxy MW 257( Lutensol A07)
Galaxy MW 257( Lutensol A07), also known commercially as Lutensol A07, is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of ethoxylated alcohols. It is synthesized by ethoxylation of C7 fatty alcohols, resulting in a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) suitable for versatile applications in detergency, emulsification, wetting, and dispersing. This liquid surfactant is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, biodegradability, low toxicity, and compatibility with other formulation ingredients. It is widely used in industrial, household, agricultural, and personal care products to improve formulation stability and performance.
Galsilk 700( polyquartenum 7)
Galsilk 700( polyquartenum 7) is a water-soluble cationic polymer known chemically as Polyquaternium-7. It is widely used as a conditioning agent in personal care and cosmetic formulations, prized for its excellent substantivity to hair and skin, providing softness, smoothness, and antistatic effects. This polymer is typically supplied as a clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid or gel. It is compatible with a broad range of surfactants and ingredients, enhancing the sensory profile of shampoos, conditioners, styling products, and skincare formulations. Galsilk 700 is also valued for its film-forming properties and ability to improve product stability.
Polyglyceryl
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