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AMPHOSOL® HCA-HP

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AMPHOSOL® HCA-HP is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from coco methyl esters, providing foam boosting and viscosity building in a wide range of personal care, hard surface cleaning, and specialty foamer applications. It is preserved with excess alkalinity, which allows the formulator flexibility when choosing a preservative for their finished formulation.

INCI Name: Cocamidopropyl Betaine

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

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher, Safer Choice

Benefit Claims: Excess Alkalinity Preserved, Foam Enhancement, Foaming, 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

Features & Benefits

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

Product is readily biodegradable.

Product Benefits
  • Naturally derived
  • Preservative Free

Applications & Uses

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 liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives Content30.5%
Boiling Point100°C
Color55.6Apha Scale
Density1.043g/ml
Excess Caustic (as Sodium Hydroxide)0.06
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Freeze Pointmax. -10°C
pH12
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA
Sodium Chloride5.2%
Solids Content36.6%
Viscosity (at 25°C)16cPs

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances

All components of AMPHOSOL HCA-HP are listed in the following countries, the registration number for the active ingredients is included in parentheses: United States (TSCA 61789-40-0), Australia (AICS 61789-40-0), Canada (DSL 61789-40-0), China (IECSC 61789-40-0), Europe (EINECS 263-058-8), Japan (ENCS 2-1290), Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-01243), New Zealand (NZIoC 61789-40-0), and Philippines (PICCS 61789-40-0). It is the responsibility of the end user to review the chemical control regulations for each country.

Safety & Health

Toxicity

AMPHOSOL HCA-HP is slightly to practically non-toxic orally (LD₅₀ = 4.9 to 7.45 g/kg), and causes moderate eye and minimal skin irritation at 10% active when tested under neutral pH conditions.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

AMPHOSOL HCA-HP is available in bulk, 55 gallon drums (net weight 450 lb/204 kg) and totes (net weight 2,200 lb/998 kg).

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling AMPHOSOL HCA-HP. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
  • Bulk Storage Information: Recommended material of construction for storage: fiberglass. It is recommended that AMPHOSOL HCA-HP be stored in sealed containers and kept at temperatures between 40°F (4°C) and 110°F (43.3°C). Avoid overheating or freezing. If material is frozen, mild heat and agitation are recommended to ensure the material is homogeneous before use.
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.