Cocamide MIPA
Synonyms
Amides, coco, N-(2-hydroxypropyl);
Coconut isopropanolamide;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 68333-82-4
EINECS: 269-793-0
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
R: coco group.
Properties
Appearance (1), white to pale yellow solid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water.
Stability stable. Easily oxidized.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent cleansing, emulsifying, dispersing, solubilizing, foam stabilizing, anticorrosive abilities.
Synthesis
(1), Obtained that coconut oil reacts with monoisopropanolamine.
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as cleansing agent.
Use as emulsifying agent, dispersing agent.
Use as solubilizing agent.
Use as foam stabilizing agent.
Use as antirust agent, anticorrosive agent.
Use as thickening agent. Especially suitable for anionic surfactant system.
2, Personal care products
Emulsifying agent, emulsion stabilizer, foam boosting agent, viscosity controlling agent in personal care products.
3, Household cleaning
Use as cleansing agent, foam stabilizing agent, thickening agent.
Manufacturers
Update: 20131014(1); 20200405(2);