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Cocamidopropyl betaine

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Cocamidopropyl betaine Basic information

Product Name:
Cocamidopropyl betaine
Synonyms:
  • COCO OLEAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
  • Mirataine CB
  • cocoamphodiproprionate
  • 1-propanaminium, N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-amino-, N-(mixed coco acyl and 9-octadecenoyl) derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
  • 1-propanaminium,N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-amino-,N-(mixed coco acyl and 9-octadecenoyl)derivs.,hydroxides,inner salts
  • Cocoyl amide propyldimethyl glycine
  • N-(3-Cocoamidopropyl)-betaine
  • N-Cocamidopropyl-N,N-dimethylglycine inner salt
CAS:
86438-79-1
MF:
C19H38N2O3
MW:
342.52
EINECS:
203-490-6
Mol File:
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Cocamidopropyl betaine Chemical Properties

solubility 
Methanol (Slightly), Water (Sparingly)
form 
Clear Colourless Solution
LogP
0.326 (est)
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Cocamidopropyl betaine Usage And Synthesis

Description

Cocamidopropyl betaine is an important zwitterionic surfactant, with a mild detergent action that is also more viscous than the other types of surfactant.

Chemical Properties

Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAB) is an organic compound derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. It is a zwitterion, consisting of both a quaternary ammonium cation and a carboxylate. CAB is available as viscous pale yellow solution that is used as a surfactant in personal care products.

Uses

cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant derived from a coconut oil salt. It is particularly effective in shampoos, foam baths, shower foams, and other preparations where high, creamy foam and good skin tolerance are desired.

Uses

Cocamidopropyl betaine is an amphoteric surfactant, which enjoys increasing popularity among cosmetic chemists because of its low potential for irritation of the skin. It is used especially in shampoos and bath products such as bath and shower gels. Most cases of allergy are caused by shampoos . Thus, Cocamidopropyl betaine is the exception to the rule that allergic reactions arc usually caused by “stay-on” (“leave-on”) cosmetic products. However, Cocamidopropyl betaine may also be an allergen in other cosmetic products such as skin care products and deodorants and in contact lens fluids.

Uses

Cocamidopropyl betaine is one of themost common surface-acting agents used incosmetics, including the following:
1. Cosmetics (shampoos, cleansing lotions and gels, detergents, and hair dyes and styling products)
2. Contact lens solutions
3. Antiseptics

Definition

Cocamidopropyl betaine, an amphoteric surfactant, is one of the most commonly used surfactants in cosmetics. It is synthesized from three substances: a coca fatty acid, dimethylaminopropylamine, and rnonochloroacetic acid. It is patch tested as a 1% concentration in water.

General Description

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a zwitterion, consisting of both a quaternary ammonium cation and a carboxylate. CAPB is used as a medium strength surfactant. Cocamidopropyl betaine, derived from coconut oil, is an amphoteric surfactant widely utilized in an array of products spanning shampoos, body washes, cosmetics, and household cleaners. Functioning as a gentle surfactant, it effectively reduces surface tension and generates a foaming action when combined with water. Furthermore, it exhibits remarkable abilities in stabilizing and emulsifying other ingredients within various formulations. Beyond its practical applications, cocamidopropyl betaine plays a significant role in scientific research. It has been employed to investigate the impact of surfactants on the environment and has contributed to the development of novel surfactants.

Contact allergens

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a pseudo-amphoteric zwitterion detergent derived from long-chain alkylbetaines. It is available from many suppliers under more than 50 trade names (including Tego-betain L7 and Ampholyt JB 130). Exposure occurs via rinse-off products such as liquid soaps, shampoos, and shower gels, but also via leave-on products (for example, roll-on deodorant). Occupational sources are mainly in hairdressing. The first synthesis step consists of the reaction of coconut fatty acids with 3-dimethylaminopropylamine, giving cocamidopropyl dimethylamine. This amido amine is converted into cocamidopropyl betaine by reaction with sodium monochloroacetate. Both dimethylaminopropylamine and cocamidopropyl dimethylamine are thought to be the sensitizers.

Cocamidopropyl betaine Preparation Products And Raw materials

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