COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, commonly used in personal care and cleaning products for its gentle yet effective cleansing properties.
Cocamidopropyl betaine functions as a foam booster, viscosity builder, and conditioning agent, making it a popular ingredient in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and even baby products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is biodegradable, eco-friendly, and often used in sulfate-free formulations, delivering a silky shine and smooth feel while being compatible with various surfactants.
CAS Number: 61789-40-0
EC Number: 263-058-8
Molecular Formula: C19H38N2O3
Molecular Weight: 342.52 g/mol
Synonyms: AQUA, GLYCOL DISTEARATE, LAURETH-4, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, Alcohols, C12-14, ethoxylated, Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether, Ethoxylated Lauryl Alcohol, Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Alcohol, Polyethylene glycol dodecyl ether, Polyethylene Glycol Lauryl Ether, Alcohols, C12-14, ethoxylated, Dehydol LS 2, Syntanol ES 3, Penetrant JFC, Synperonic L 7, Syntanol ALM 8, Tergitol 24L50, Tergitol 24L92, Surfonic L 24-2, Surfonic L 24-9, Surfonic L 24-22, Surfonic L 24-3, Surfonic L 24-7, Surfonic L 24-9, Synperonic L 11, Synperonic L 7, Syntanol ALM 10, Syntanol ALM 8, Syntanol ES 3, Tergitol 24L50, Tergitol 24L60N, Tergitol 24L75N, Tergitol 24L92, Tergitol 24L98N, Dehydol LS 2, Hansanolat FA 1214/2, Hansanolat FA 1214/7, Surfonic L 24-3, Surfonic L 24-2, Syntanol ALM 10, Syntanol ES 3, AEO-9, Synperonic L 7, Alcohols, C12-14(even numbered), ethoxylated, Tergitol 24L50, Tergitol 24L92, Tergitol 24L98N, Syntanol ALM 8, Tergitol 24L60N, Surfonic L 24-7, Surfonic L 24-22, Surfonic L 24-9, Synperonic L 11, C12-14 Fatty alcohols ethoxylated, Tergitol 24L75N, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Amphoteric L, Lauroylamide propylbetaine, 4292-10-8, 86438-79-1, LAURAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, 3-Lauroylamidopropyl betaine, N-Laurylamidopropyl-N,N-dimethylbetaine, UNII-23D6XVI233, 23D6XVI233, Lauroylaminopropyldimethylaminoacetate, Cocoamidopropyl betaine, {[3-(Dodecanoylamino)propyl](dimethyl)ammonio}acetate, Softazoline LPB, Obazoline CAB, 1-Propanaminium, N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-[(1-oxododecyl)amino]-, inner salt, Amphitol 20AB, Anpholex LB 2, Coco Amido Betaine, cocamidopropylbetaine, Rewoteric AMB 12, Tego-Betain L 90, (3-(Lauroylamino)propyl)dimethylaminoacetic acid, [3-(Lauroylamino)propyl]dimethylaminoacetic acid, Dimethyl(lauramidopropyl)betaine, 61789-40-0, Mirataine CB, Empigen BR, Lexaine LM, Monateric LMAB, 1-Propanaminium, N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-((1-oxododecyl)amino)-, inner salt, Mackam LMB, Enagicol L 30B, Cocoamphodiproprionate, CADG, Lauroylamidopropylbetaine, Cocoamphocarboxypropionate, Lebon 2000L, (3-Laurylaminopropyl)dimethylaminoacetic acid, hydroxide, inner salt, Cocoyl amide propylbetaine, 2-((3-Dodecanamidopropyl)dimethylammonio)acetate, SCHEMBL22684, Cocamidopropyl dimethyl glycine, COCOOLEAMIDOPROPYLBETAINE, CHEMBL1231297, DTXSID4041282, NSC8191, C19H38N2O3, NSC 8191, NSC-8191, EINECS 224-292-6, AKOS032949829, I427, Glycine, (3-lauramidopropyl)dimethylbetaine, FT-0670746, FT-0778003, EC 224-292-6, N-(Dodecylamidopropyl)-N,N-dimethylammonium betaine, Q1090054, W-105096, (3-Laurylaminopropyl)dimethylaminoacetic acid, inner salt, UNII-5M84PX7JN2 component MRUAUOIMASANKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N, UNII-5OCF3O11KX component MRUAUOIMASANKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 1-Propanaminium,N-dimethyl-3-[(1-oxododecyl)amino]-, hydroxide, inner salt, Ammonium, (carboxymethyl)(3-lauramidopropyl)dimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt, N-[3-(DODECANOYLAMINO)PROPYL]-N,N-DIMETHYLGLYCINATE; COCOAMIDOPROPYLBETAINE, 1-Propanaminium, N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-((1-oxococonut)amino)-, hydroxide, inner salt, 1-Propanaminium, N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-((1-oxododecyl)amino)-, hydroxide, inner salt, beta-Alanine, N-(2-aminoethyl)-N-(2-(2-carboxyethoxy)ethyl)-, norcoco acyl derivs., disodium salts, N-(2-Aminoethyl)-N-(2-(2-carboxyethoxy)ethyl) beta-alanine, norcoco acyl derivs., disodium salts, N-(Carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-((1-oxococonut)amino)-1-propanam- inium hydroxide, inner salt, N-(Carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-((1-oxododecyl)amino)-1-propanam- inium hydroxide, inner salt, Quaternary ammonium compounds, (carboxymethyl)(3-cocoamidopropyl)dimethyl, hydroxides, inner salts
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, commonly used in personal care and cleaning products for its gentle yet effective cleansing properties.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is synthesized by reacting coconut fatty acids with dimethylaminopropylamine, producing a compound that helps to reduce surface tension, allowing water to mix with oil and dirt for easy rinsing.
Known for Cocamidopropyl betaine's versatility, cocamidopropyl betaine functions as a foam booster, viscosity builder, and conditioning agent, making it a popular ingredient in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and even baby products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's mildness makes it suitable for sensitive skin, as it helps to reduce the harshness of other cleansing agents, balancing the overall formulation.
Additionally, Cocamidopropyl betaine has antistatic properties, which improve the manageability of hair by reducing static cling.
Despite Cocamidopropyl betaine's natural origin, some individuals may experience allergic reactions or skin irritation due to impurities or residual amines from the manufacturing process.
As a result, high-quality, purified versions are preferred to minimize sensitivity risks.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also considered environmentally friendly due to its biodegradability, making it a sustainable choice for eco-conscious consumers.
However, like all surfactants, Cocamidopropyl betaine's environmental impact depends on concentration and disposal practices.
Overall, Cocamidopropyl betaine's effectiveness, mildness, and multifunctionality contribute to its widespread use in modern personal care formulations.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a cold-processable, liquid pearlizing concentrate for rinse-off products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine delivers an intense silky shine to shampoos, similar to the color spectrum and light reflexes of natural pearls, at low dosage.
The production of Cocamidopropyl betaine utilizes a patented and highly efficient low-energy blending process that reduces the overall carbon footprint significantly.
Cocamidopropyl betaine delivers an intensive silky shine at Low usage concentrations– underlining product quality and performance. Add value to shampoos, liquid hand soaps, nourishing conditioners and moisturizing washes.
Cocamidopropyl betaine to achieve a high brilliance pearlescent shine for several of its brand shampoo ranges including Schwarzkopf, Bonacure, Schauma and Gliss Kur.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is an decoloring agent.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is bio-based.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is vegan.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has proper smoothness.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has silky feel.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has vegetal origin.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has good shine / radiance.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has low use concentration.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is cold-processable.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is sulfate-free.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is easy to use.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has pearlizing effect.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has excellent emulsifying and cleaning properties.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has resistance to acids, hard water and partly to alkalis.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has strong degreasing properties.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is compatible with non-ionic, anionic and cationic surfactants.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is biodegradable.
Cocamidopropyl betaine can be used as pearlant.
Cocamidopropyl betaine can be used as pearling agent.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a good pearlizer.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used in shower, liquid Soap
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used in shampoo.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used for smoothing purposes.
Cocamidopropyl betaine can be used as an antistatic agent and emulsifier in cosmetics.
However, Cocamidopropyl betaine has a high possibility of causing skin irritation and acne.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a defoamer, and it is non-toxic, odorless, non-irritating, and has a hard water and acid and alkali resistance.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is an excellent compatibility.
Also the antifoaming performance of Cocamidopropyl betaine is quite good.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a cold processable, sulfate-free liquid pearlizing concentrate that delivers an intensive silky shine at low use concentration levels (0.5% - 3%).
Cocamidopropyl betaine is for use in skin and hair cleansing formulations.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is cold-processable, sulfate-free and easy to use grade.
Cocamidopropyl betaine delivers excellent silky shine at low use concentrations underlining quality and performance.
Cocamidopropyl betaine exhibits high mechanical stability and good smoothing effect.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is based on natural and renewable resources and has low water and energy consumption.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used in shower, liquid soap, shampoo, moisturizing facial and body washes.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has a shelf life of atleast 2 years.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a pumpable silk luster/pearlizing agent for the cosmetic industry.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a cold-processable, sulfate-free liquid pearlizing concentrate for rinse-off products including silky shampoos, liquid hand soaps, nourishing conditioners as well as moisturizing facial and body washes.
Cocamidopropyl betaine delivers an intensive silky shine at low use concentration levels, underlining product quality and performance.
The consistent appearance of Cocamidopropyl betaine provides a versatile ingredient to the formulator.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is easy to handle and develop different formulations.
This substance is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 10 to < 100 tonnes per annum.
This substance is used by consumers, in articles, in formulation or re-packing and at industrial sites.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mixture of closely related organic compounds derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is available as a viscous pale yellow solution and it is used as a surfactant in personal care products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine to a significant degree has replaced cocamide DEA.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a chemical compound found in many personal care and household cleaning products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant, which means that it interacts with water, making the molecules slippery so they don’t stick together.
When water molecules don’t stick together, they are more likely to bond with dirt and oil so when you rinse away the cleaning product, the dirt rinses away, too.
In some products, Cocamidopropyl betaine is the ingredient that makes lather.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a synthetic fatty acid made from coconuts, so products that are considered “natural” can contain this chemical.
Still, some products with this ingredient may cause unpleasant side effects.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a naturally-derived, sticky yellow liquid with a slightly “fatty” odor.
To produce Cocamidopropyl betaine, raw coconut oil is combined with a colorless liquid called dimethylaminopropylamine to create a “surfactant.”
In countless cleaning and personal care products, surfactants break the surface tension in water, attach to dirt, and rinse it away.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a zwitterion, consisting of both a quaternary ammonium cation and a carboxylate.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used as a medium strength surfactant.
One ingredient you may see listed is cocamidopropyl betaine.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's a cleansing ingredient found in dozens of products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's been used in personal care products for decades, especially in items meant to clean skin or hair.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has been in commercial use since the 1950s.
Cocamidopropyl betaine was initially used during World War II as a cleanser that could lather up in cold water.
Cocamidopropyl betaine became the famous "no more tears" baby shampoo.
Cocamidopropyl betaine works as a cleanser and conditioner, though it’s primarily a surfactant.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is an amphoteric surfactant.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a very high purity ecological amphoteric surfactant from the betaine group.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is available as a light yellow water solution, where the concentration of the active substance is approximately 40% (a higher concentration compared to ROKAminas of the K30 series).
Cocamidopropyl betaine is produced using a raw material called Greenline MCAA 80% UP Solution, ie very pure, 80% monochloroacetic acid produced on the basis of natural acetic acid obtained in the natural fermentation process.
The use of 80% of Greenline MCAA in the production of BIO ROKAmina K40HC increases the value of the index of natural origin.
Additionally, Cocamidopropyl betaine is made from a palm kernel oil base derived from the seeds of African palm oil, also known as palm oil.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a 100% ecological surfactant that is safe for humans and the environment.
The raw material composition is the determinant of the high level of the natural origin index of Cocamidopropyl betaine.
Therefore, this surfactant is especially recommended for use in cosmetic formulations, especially in natural, vegan and hypoallergenic cosmetics or wash preparations that have a very gentle effect on the skin and hair.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a safe and highly efficient cosmetic ingredient that can be used safely in Eco, Organic, Vegan, Paraben Free and GMO Free products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a unique surfactant in its composition, used as a component of natural and ecological cleansing cosmetics, designed to remove dirt from the surface of the hair and skin.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is characterized by excellent foaming properties at a wide range of pH and water hardness levels.
In combination with anionic surfactants (SLS, SLES), Cocamidopropyl betaine shows a positive, synergistic increase in foam volume and increases the stability of preparations.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a very good rheology modifier in preparations containing anionic surfactants in the presence of electrolytes.
In addition, Cocamidopropyl betaine shows high stability in solutions with high salinity content.
These properties have the effect of increasing the effectiveness of the use of surfactants in finished cosmetic formulations.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant that can also act successfully as a hydrotrope, ie an agent that improves the clarity of cosmetic formulations.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a product that works perfectly as an ingredient in personal care products as it significantly reduces irritating and sensitizing properties compared to standard ingredients used in the cosmetic industry.
Cocamidopropyl betaine perfectly smoothes and softens the skin and hair, providing a smooth and pleasant touch.
An additional advantage of Cocamidopropyl betaine is its ability to reduce the irritating effects of the anionic surfactants present in the formulation.
Cocamidopropyl betaine also has an antistatic effect it reduces the static charge of the hair.
In addition, Cocamidopropyl betaine is used as a component of All Purpose Cleaning (APC) preparations, especially in household spray cleaners.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is especially recommended for glass and glossy surfaces due to its lower tendency to leave marks.
This feature is used on the surfaces of black or stainless steel appliances, metal or ceramic sinks, chrome fixtures, polished stone countertops, glass panels or mirrors.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has the ECOCERT COSMOS international quality certificate as a product for the cosmetics and detergent industry.
This certification guarantees the highest quality and safety for people and the environment.
The certificate issued by Ecocert experts confirms that Cocamidopropyl betaine meets the strictest requirements applicable to ecological products.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Lauramidopropyl Betaine are part of a class of ingredients called amidopropyl betaines.
These ingredients consist of various fatty acids bound to amidopropyl betaine.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a synthetic detergent and surfactant that is used in personal care products, cosmetics and cleaning products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used to reduce static, condition the skin & hair, increase the foaming action of certain cleansing and cleaning products, and moderate the viscosity of liquids.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is an excellent all around mild amphoteric liquid soap base ,and additive that offers the formulator outstanding foam, foam stabilization and viscosity building properties in liquid soap creations like shampoos, body washes, bubble baths, and more.
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Cocamidopropyl betaine has many and varied uses.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is mild, easy to use, and has many benefits for the formulator since it is compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a mixture of closely related organic compounds derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is available as a viscous pale yellow solution and it is used as a surfactant in personal care products.
The name reflects that the major part of the molecule, the lauric acid group, is derived from coconut oil.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine to a significant degree has replaced Cocamide DEA.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a very mild and versatile compound.
As a surfactant, Cocamidopropyl betaine gently washes skin and hair and creates a luxurious foam.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's also a good thickener and emulsifier, helping products to keep things together and is commonly considered a hair and skin conditioner too.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is an amphoteric synthetic detergent that has been increasingly used in cosmetics and personal hygiene products (eg, shampoos, contact lens solutions, toothpaste detergents, makeup removers, bath gels, skin care products, cleansers, liquid soaps, antiseptics, and gynecologic and anal hygiene products) because it induces relatively mild skin irritation.
Delayed T-cell-mediated type IV hypersensitivity reactions to Cocamidopropyl betaine have been reported, and contact sensitization prevalence is estimated at between 3.0 and 7.2%.
The increasing rates of sensitization led to Cocamidopropyl betaine's being named Allergen of the Year in 2004.
Related impurities rendered during the manufacturing process (such as amidoamine and dimethylaminopropylamine) are thought to play a role in sensitization.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used in personal care products like shampoos, hand soaps, and toothpastes, and in cosmetics as an emulsifying agent and thickener.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also used in conditioners to reduce static cling.
Cocamidopropyl betaine are some of its components called Cocamidopropyl betaine, which have extensive uses in the detergent industry.
These substances are the components of various fatty acids bound to Amidopropyl betaine.
Cocamidopropyl betaine, Laramide Propyl Betaine and Amidopropyl betaine are generally used as surfactants in cosmetics and personal care products.
Surfactants help cleanse skin and hair, as they can mix water, oil and dirt.
In this respect, they act as detergent additives (soap) and are found in bath products, skin cleansers, hair care products such as shampoos, airborne deodorizers and sprays.
Theey are also used in Cocamidopropyl betaine household cleaners (for example, detergents and hand washing detergents).
Market Overview of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
The market for cocamidopropyl betaine is experiencing steady growth, driven by its widespread use in personal care and cleaning products due to its mildness, effectiveness, and versatility.
Increasing consumer demand for gentle, skin-friendly products has boosted Cocamidopropyl betaine's popularity in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and baby care items.
The growing trend toward natural and eco-friendly ingredients is also propelling market growth, as cocamidopropyl betaine is derived from coconut oil and is biodegradable, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers.
Additionally, Cocamidopropyl betaine's multifunctional properties, including foaming, cleansing, conditioning, and antistatic effects, make it a valuable ingredient in a broad range of formulations.
The rise of the personal care and cosmetics industry, particularly in emerging markets, further drives demand.
However, concerns over potential skin sensitivities due to impurities in lower-quality products have prompted manufacturers to prioritize high-purity versions.
Regionally, Asia-Pacific holds a significant share due to Cocamidopropyl betaine's robust manufacturing base and high demand from the personal care sector, while North America and Europe continue to show strong demand driven by the premium and natural skincare segments.
Overall, the market for cocamidopropyl betaine is expected to grow steadily as consumer preferences continue to lean toward mild, effective, and sustainable personal care products.
Uses of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is widely used in a variety of personal care and cleaning products due to its gentle yet effective cleansing and foaming properties.
In shampoos and conditioners, Cocamidopropyl betaine serves as a mild cleanser and foam booster while also providing conditioning benefits that leave hair soft and manageable.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is commonly found in body washes, shower gels, and facial cleansers because it effectively cleanses without stripping the skin’s natural oils, making it suitable for sensitive or dry skin.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's mildness also makes it ideal for baby products, including tear-free shampoos and gentle body washes.
Additionally, cocamidopropyl betaine is used in hand soaps and sanitizers for its foaming and moisturizing effects.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also found in oral care products like toothpaste and mouthwash, as well as in bubble baths for a rich, luxurious foam.
Beyond personal care, Cocamidopropyl betaine is used in household cleaners, pet grooming products, and even in industrial cleaners due to its effective degreasing and mild cleansing action.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's versatility and mildness contribute to its popularity across various formulations.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also used as a co-surfactant with Sodium dodecyl sulfate for promoting the formation of gas hydrates.
Cocamidopropyl betaine, as an additive, helps to scale-up the gas hydrates' formation process.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauramidopropyl Betaine and related amidopropyl betaines are used mainly as surfactants in cosmetic and personal care products.
Surfactants help to clean skin and hair by helping water to mix with oil and dirt so that they can be rinsed away.
In this regard, they behave like detergents (soap) and so are found in bath products, skin cleansing products and hair care products, such as shampoos, conditioners and sprays.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also used in household cleaning products, including laundry detergents, hand dishwashing liquids and hard surface cleaners.
From shampoo to soaps, toothpaste, shaving cream, makeup removers, body wash, detergents, and cleaners, cocamidopropyl betaine is used to:
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is used as a foam booster in shampoos.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a medium strength surfactant also used in bath products like hand soaps.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also used in cosmetics as an emulsifying agent and thickener, and to reduce irritation purely ionic surfactants would cause.
Cocamidopropyl betaine also serves as an antistatic agent in hair conditioners, which most often does not irritate skin or mucous membranes.
However, some studies indicate Cocamidopropyl betaine is an allergen.
Cocamidopropyl betaine also has antiseptic properties, making it suitable for personal sanitary products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is compatible with other cationic, anionic, and nonionic surfactants.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is widely used as a surfactant.
The usage of cocamidopropyl betaine in personal-care products has grown in recent years due to its relative mildness compared with other surface active compounds.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is widely used in various cosmetics like shampoos, bath products, and cleansing agents, shower gels, bath foam, liquid soaps, skin care products, hand wash detergents.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a versatile ingredient with a wide range of uses, primarily in personal care and cleaning products due to its gentle cleansing and foaming properties.
Here are some of Cocamidopropyl betaine's main applications:
Shampoos and Conditioners:
Cocamidopropyl betaine acts as a mild cleanser and foam booster while also providing conditioning benefits that leave hair feeling soft and manageable.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's antistatic properties help reduce frizz and static cling.
Body Washes and Shower Gels:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used as a primary or secondary surfactant, it effectively cleanses the skin without stripping natural oils, making it suitable for sensitive or dry skin types.
Facial Cleansers:
Cocamidopropyl betaine's mildness makes it ideal for facial products, including cleansers and makeup removers, ensuring effective cleansing with minimal irritation.
Baby Products:
Due to its gentle nature, cocamidopropyl betaine is commonly used in baby shampoos and body washes, providing a tear-free, non-irritating formula.
Hand Soaps and Sanitizers:
Cocamidopropyl betaine enhances foaming and cleansing efficacy while maintaining skin moisture, making it popular in both liquid and foam hand soaps.
Toothpastes and Mouthwashes:
Cocamidopropyl betaine's foaming action helps disperse active ingredients for effective oral hygiene without being overly abrasive.
Bubble Baths and Bath Products:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is used for its excellent foam-boosting properties, contributing to a luxurious, bubbly bath experience.
Household Cleaners:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is also found in mild household cleaning products, such as dishwashing liquids and surface cleaners, due to its effective yet gentle cleaning action.
Pet Care Products:
Cocamidopropyl betaine's mildness makes it suitable for pet shampoos and grooming products, ensuring effective cleaning while being gentle on pets' skin and fur.
Industrial Cleaners:
In lower concentrations, Cocamidopropyl betaine is used in industrial and automotive cleaning products for its effective degreasing and cleansing abilities without being too harsh.
Consumer Uses:
This substance is used in the following products: cosmetics and personal care products.
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from: indoor use as processing aid.
Uses at industrial sites:
This substance is used in the following products: perfumes and fragrances, washing & cleaning products and cosmetics and personal care products.
This substance is used for the manufacture of: chemicals.
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use: in the production of articles.
Other Uses:
Create rich, thick lather in foaming products.
Soften hair and reduce static in conditioners.
Thicken personal care products and cleaners.
Hydrate and nourish skin.
Advantages of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
100% ecological (ECOCERT COSMOS certificate),
Product made from natural raw materials (palm kernel oil derivatives from certified sources and the unique Greenline MCAA 80%),
Very gentle action on the skin,
Reduces the irritating effect of anionic surfactants contained in washing cosmetics,
Use in cosmetic preparations for sensitive skin prone to irritation,
Use in care cosmetics for children,
Very good foaming and thickening properties at a wide range of pH and water hardness levels,
Has an antistatic effect,
Biodegradable product,
Product manufactured in facilities certified with federal GMP EFfCI certification (Good Manufacturing Practices implemented in accordance with the European Federation of Cosmetic Ingredients Federation standard).
Benefits of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Improves viscosity of cleansing systems
Improves cationic and non-ionic performance
May be used to allow the combination of various polarities
Mild, biodegradable and viscosity-building and foam boosting surfactant, and offers outstanding foam, foam stabilization and viscosity building properties.
Derived from renewable, natural resources. Cocamidopropyl betaine is compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants.
Very mild co-surfactant compatible with anionic, non-ionic, cationic surfactants
Useful also as primary surfactant as Cocamidopropyl betaine has good cleansing and foaming properties
Slight viscosity enhancer
Excellent conditioning and antistatic agent
Moderate emulsifying properties
Functions of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Antistatic effects
Deodorizer
Skin cleanser
Cleaner
Various surfactants
Foam booster
Viscosity increaser
Moisture and water booster
Chemistry of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a fatty acid amide containing a long hydrocarbon chain at one end and a polar group at the other.
This allows Cocamidopropyl betaine to act as a surfactant and as a detergent.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a zwitterion, consisting of both a quaternary ammonium cation and a carboxylate.
Chemical Properties of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is an organic compound derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a zwitterion, consisting of both a quaternary ammonium cation and a carboxylate.
Cocamidopropyl betaine is available as viscous pale yellow solution that is used as a surfactant in personal care products.
Characteristic of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is perfectly compatible with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants, it can still be used as cloudy point inhibitor.
Cocamidopropyl betaine can produce rich and fine foams.
Fonnulated with adequate proportion of anionic surfactant, Cocamidopropyl betaine has significant thickening effect.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has excellent to tolerance to skin, effectively reduce the irritation caused by fatty alcohol sulfate or fatty alcohol ether sulfate in the products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has antibiotic function, being a good additive in personal sanitary products.
Cocamidopropyl betaine has excellent antistatic function, being an ideal conditioning agent.
Production of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
The production of cocamidopropyl betaine involves a chemical process that starts with fatty acids derived from coconut oil.
The first step is the reaction of these coconut fatty acids with dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA) to produce cocamidopropylamine.
This intermediate compound is then reacted with monochloroacetic acid in a process known as quaternization, resulting in the formation of cocamidopropyl betaine.
The mixture is carefully monitored and neutralized to ensure the correct pH level and product stability.
The final product is then purified to remove any residual amines and by-products, ensuring safety and reducing the risk of skin irritation.
High-quality production processes prioritize purity to minimize potential allergens, making Cocamidopropyl betaine suitable for sensitive skin applications.
The resulting cocamidopropyl betaine is a clear to pale yellow liquid with excellent foaming, cleansing, and conditioning properties, making it ideal for use in personal care and cleaning products.
Environmental considerations are also crucial, as the manufacturing process is designed to be sustainable, leveraging the renewable nature of coconut oil and ensuring biodegradability of the final product.
History of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Cocamidopropyl betaine was developed as a milder alternative to traditional surfactants, gaining popularity in the mid to late 20th century as consumer demand for gentler personal care products increased.
Cocamidopropyl betaine's origins are linked to the quest for more skin-friendly cleansing agents, particularly as sulfates like sodium lauryl sulfate were found to cause irritation for some users.
Derived from coconut oil, cocamidopropyl betaine appealed to manufacturers looking for naturally sourced and biodegradable ingredients, aligning with the growing environmental consciousness of the time.
Cocamidopropyl betaine was first introduced in shampoos and body washes, where its gentle yet effective cleansing and foaming properties were highly valued.
Over time, Cocamidopropyl betaine's use expanded to a variety of personal care and cleaning products, including facial cleansers, baby products, and even household cleaners.
Despite Cocamidopropyl betaine's natural origins, the compound faced scrutiny in the early 2000s due to reports of skin irritation, which were later attributed to impurities or residual amines from the manufacturing process.
This led to improvements in production methods, with a greater emphasis on purity and quality control.
Today, cocamidopropyl betaine remains a widely used and trusted surfactant known for its versatility, mildness, and environmental friendliness, reflecting its successful adaptation to changing consumer preferences and industry standards.
Handling and Storage of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Handling:
Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing.
Ensure good ventilation in the work area to prevent inhalation of vapors or mists.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke when handling Cocamidopropyl betaine.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and sources of heat or ignition.
Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
Store separately from strong oxidizing agents and acids to prevent chemical reactions.
Stability and Reactivity of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Stability:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is generally stable under normal temperature and pressure conditions.
Reactivity:
Cocamidopropyl betaine is non-reactive under standard conditions but may react with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
In case of fire or decomposition, Cocamidopropyl betaine may produce harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides.
First Aid Measures of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Eye Contact:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact:
Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
If irritation occurs, seek medical advice.
Inhalation:
Move the person to fresh air and keep them comfortable.
If breathing is difficult, seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Rinse mouth with water.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel.
Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Firefighting Measures of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide to extinguish the fire.
Specific Hazards:
May produce hazardous gases like carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides when burned.
Protective Equipment:
Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective clothing to avoid exposure to fumes and gases.
Accidental Release Measures of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Personal Precautions:
Wear protective equipment, including gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing.
Ensure good ventilation.
Environmental Precautions:
Prevent Cocamidopropyl betaine from entering drains, waterways, or soil to avoid environmental contamination.
Cleanup Methods:
Contain the spill with absorbent materials like sand or vermiculite.
Collect the residue and dispose of it according to local regulations.
Clean the area with water and detergent.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Engineering Controls:
Ensure adequate ventilation in the work area to minimize exposure to vapors or mists.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Eye Protection:
Safety goggles or face shield.
Skin Protection:
Chemical-resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Respiratory Protection:
If ventilation is inadequate, use a suitable respirator approved for organic vapors.
Hygiene Measures:
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in areas where Cocamidopropyl betaine is handled or stored.
Identifiers of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Chemical Name: Cocamidopropyl betaine
CAS Number: 61789-40-0
EC Number: 263-058-8
Molecular Formula: C19H38N2O3
Molecular Weight: 342.52 g/mol
IUPAC Name: 1-Propanaminium, 3-(dodecanoylamino)-N,N-dimethyl-, inner salt
Chemical Classification: Amphoteric surfactant
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic odor
Solubility: Soluble in water
UN Number: Not classified as a hazardous material under UN regulations.
HS Code: 3402.13.00 (For surface-active agents and organic surfactants)
INCI Name: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
PubChem CID: 87603
ChEBI ID: CHEBI:31740
RTECS Number: Not available, as it is generally considered a low-hazard chemical.
FDA UNII: 5OCF3O11KX (Used in cosmetics and personal care products)
Properties of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Appearance (20 °C) clear liquid
Hazen colour number max. 200
pH-value (5 % tel quel in water) 4.0 – 5.0
Active substance 29.0 – 31.0 %
NaCl content max. 6.0 %
Cocosamido amine max. 0.5 %
Sodium monochloracetate max. 20 ppm
Appearance: white, pearlized gel
pH-value: 4.8-5.2
Viscosity: N/A
Stability: Stable for 3 months at 4°C, 20°C and 40°C,
1 month at 45°C
Appearance: viscous liquid
Colour: white
Odour: characteristic
Odour Threshold: not determined
pH: 3,0 - 4,5 (25 °C)
Concentration: 10 %
Method: DIN EN 1262
Solidification point: ca. 0 °C
Data relate to solvent
Boiling point: approx. 100 °C
Based on water-content.
Flash point: not determined
Evaporation rate: not determined
Self-ignition: no data available
Upper explosion limit / upper
flammability limit: not determined
Lower explosion limit / Lower
flammability limit: not determined
Vapour pressure: ca. 0,9 kPa
Relative vapour density: no data available
Density: ca. 0,946 g/cm3 (40 °C)
Method: DIN 51757
Solubility(ies)
Water solubility: dispersible
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature: not determined
Decomposition temperature: ca. 200 °C
Method: DSC
Viscosity
Viscosity, dynamic: < 10,000 mPa.s
Method: Brookf-Visc.RVT Sp.5
Viscosity, kinematic: no data available
Metal corrosion rate: Not corrosive to metals
Particle size: Not applicable
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic odor
Molecular Weight: Approximately 342.52 g/mol (varies slightly with fatty acid composition)
Density: ~1.05 g/cm³ at 25°C
Viscosity: Moderate viscosity, contributing to the stability and texture of liquid formulations
Solubility: Highly soluble in water; forms clear solutions
pH (10% Aqueous Solution): 4.0 – 6.0, making it mild and suitable for sensitive skin
Boiling Point: Decomposes before reaching boiling point
Flash Point: >100°C, indicating low flammability
Melting Point: Not applicable as it is a liquid at room temperature
Speicifications of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Sodium monochloroacetate < 5 ppm
Amidoamine (AA) < 0.3%
Dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA) < 15 ppm
Glycerol < 3%
Formulation: 30% aqueous solution
Physical State: Liquid
Storage: Store at room temperature
Melting Point: 282.96° C
Boiling Point: 650.63° C
Names of Cocamidopropyl Betaine:
Regulatory process names:
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
quaternary ammonium compounds, (carboxymethyl)(3-cocoamidopropyl)dimethyl-hydroxides, inner salts
IUPAC names:
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl) -N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-(C12-18(even numbered) acyl) derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-(C8-18(even numbered) and C18 unsaturated acyl) derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts (EC n° 263-058-8)
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., inner salts;
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-cocoacyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts (GRS) (MAN)
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-,N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-,N-coco acyl derivs., inner salts
1-propanaminium,3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-,N-coco acyl derivs,hydroxides,inner salts
1-Propanaminium,3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-,N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
2-[3-(dodecanoylamino)propyl-dimethylazaniumyl]acetate
C12-C18 alkiloamidopropyloaminobetaina
CAPB
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl betaine
Cocamidopropyl betaine
Cocamidopropylbetaine
Coco amido propil betaina
cocoamido propyl betaine
Cocoamidopropyl Betaine
COCOAMIDOPROPYLBETAINE
Cocobetaine
Not available
Oxid Cocoamidipropildimetilamine
Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
sodium 2-[dodecyl(dimethyl)azaniumyl]acetate chloride
{[3-(Dodecanoylamino)propyl](dimethyl)ammonio}acetate
Trade names:
KOKOAMIDOPROPYLBETAIN
Syntechol CAB
Other names:
1-Propaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., inner salts
Other identifier:
61789-40-0
