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AMMONYX® LMDO is a lauryl/myristyl amidoamine oxide with widespread application in hi&i (household, industrial, and institutional) contexts. It contributes to foam and viscosity enhancement and demonstrates stability in the presence of peroxide bleach. It aligns with the surfactant screen of the u.S. Epa safer choice program and is listed on cleangredients.

INCI Name: Lauramidopropylamine Oxide, Myristamidopropylamine Oxide

Functions: Conditioner, Emollient, Foam Booster, Foam Stabilizer, Surfactant, Surfactant (Amphoteric), Viscosity Modifier

Certifications & Compliance: Design for Environment (DfE), Kosher, Safer Choice

Benefit Claims: Conditioning, Detergency, Emolliency, Foam Enhancement, Foam Stability, Static Reduction

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Structure

AMMONYX® LMDO - Chemical Structure

X = 10 to 12

Features & Benefits

Functional Properties
  • Viscosity Modifier
  • Foam Enhancer/Stabilizer
  • Conditioner
  • Reduces Static Electricity
  • Detergent
  • Effective on greasy soils
  • Emollient
  • Can be formulated with anionic, nonionic & cationic surfactants
  • Compatible with peroxide
  • Self-preserved
Product Features & Attributes
  • Preservative Free
  • Naturally derived
  • Improves cleaning
  • Good wetting
  • Stable in Hydrogen peroxide
  • Superior Grease Cutter
  • Lime Soap Dispersant (neutral to alkaline pH)
  • Higher Salt Tolerance Meets DfE screen
  • EO/PO-free
  • Amphoteric in nature
  • Feedstock is Fatty methyl esters.
  • Boosts foam & viscosity
Biodegradability

AMMONYX LMDO is readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Skin Care Applications
End Product Uses
  • Shampoos
  • Bubble Baths
  • Hair Conditioners
  • I&I Cleaners
  • Wax Strippers
  • All-Purpose Cleansers
  • Light Duty Liquid Dish Detergent
  • Improves cleaning.
  • Great for hand dishwash

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Biorenewable Carbon Index72%
Actives Content33%
Color (Transmittance at 420 nm)min. 90%
Density0.99g/ml
Viscosity (at 10°C)60cPs
Viscosity (at 25°C)45cPs
Hydrogen Peroxide0.14%
Pour Point-4°C
Amine Oxide (MW 307)33%
Free Amine (MW 291)0.4%
pH (10% in aqueous solution)8
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA
Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC)86mg/l
Draves Wetting (at 25°C)15sec
Interfacial Tension7.4nM/M
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.99
Surface Tension37.5mN/m

Regulatory & Compliance

Clearances

All components of AMMONYX LMDO are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: United States (TSCA 61792-31-2, 67806-10-4), Canada (DSL 61792-31-2, 67806-10-4), New Zealand (NZIoC 61792-31-2, 67806-10-4) Australia (AICS 61792-31-2, 67806-10-4) and Europe (EINECS 263-218-7, 267-191-2).

Safety & Health

Health Effects

AMMONYX LMDO is slightly toxic orally (LD₅₀ is between 500-1000 mg/kg in rats), and causes slight skin and minimal eye irritation at 5% active.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

AMMONYX LMDO is available in bulk, totes and 55 gallon drums (net weight 420 lb/190 kg).

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling AMMONYX LMDO. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
  • Bulk Storage Information: It is recommended that AMMONYX LMDO be stored in sealed containers at temperatures between 10 °C-38 °C (50 °F-100 °F). Prolonged storage at temperatures greater than 100°F is not recommended.
Workplace Exposure

Occupational exposure can occur primarily through skin contact or via inhalation of vapors and mists. Engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and other workplace practices should be used to control these exposures.