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AMPHOSOL® CA is a cocamidopropyl betaine derived from coco-methyl esters. This mild amphoteric surfactant AMPHOSOL® CA serves as a foam booster and viscosity builder in various personal care applications, as well as specialty foamer applications, hard surface cleaning, and vehicle care.

INCI Name: Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Functions: Anti-Static Agent, Cosurfactant, Foam Booster, Surfactant, Surfactant (Amphoteric), Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher

Benefit Claims: Foam Enhancement, Mild, Static Reduction, Viscosity Boosting

Synonyms: 1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
61789-40-0
EC No.
263-058-8
Chemical Structure

AMPHOSOL® CA - Chemical Structure

Preservative

DMDM Hydantoin

Features & Benefits

Biodegradability

Product is readily biodegradable.

Functional Properties
  • Primary or secondary surfactant
  • Foam booster
  • Compatible with anionics, nonionics and cationics
  • Viscosity builder
  • Antistatic Agent

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Skin Care Applications
End Product Uses
  • Bubble Baths
  • Hair Conditioners
  • Shampoos
  • Baby Products
  • Pet Shampoos
  • Hand Soaps
  • Cleansing Creams & Lotions
  • Shower Gels
  • Cream Rinses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear yellow fluid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Pointmin. 100°C
Solids Content35%
Cloud Point-5°C
pH (10% in aqueous solution)45 - 70
Colormax. 250Apha Scale
Density1.043g/ml
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Pour Point-5°C
Actives Content30%
Sodium Chloride Content5.2%
Viscosity (at 25°C)16cPs
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA
Freeze Point-8°C
Draves Wetting (at 25°C)63sec
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)1.04

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances

All components of AMPHOSOL CA are listed in the following countries; the Inventory Registration Number of the active ingredient is included in parentheses: United States (TSCA 61789-40-0), Canada (DSL 61789-40- 0), Europe ( 61789-40-0, 263-058-8), Korea (ECL 61789-40-0, KE-01243), Japan (ENCS 61789-40-0, 2- 1290), Australia (AICS 61789-40-0), Philippines (PICCS 61789-40-0), China (IECSC 61789-40-0), New Zealand (NZIoC 61789-40-0).

Safety & Health

Toxicity

AMPHOSOL CA is slightly to practically non-toxic orally (LD₅₀ = 5 g/kg) and causes moderate eye and mild skin irritation at 10% active.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

AMPHOSOL CA is available in bulk and 55 gallon drums (net weight 450 lb/204 kg).

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling AMPHOSOL CA. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
  • It is recommended that AMPHOSOL CA be stored in sealed containers and kept at temperatures between 40°F (4°C) and 120°F (49°C). Avoid overheating or freezing. If material is frozen, mild heat and agitation are recommended to ensure the material is homogeneous before use.