Cocamide DEA
Thickener Foam Booster
Nonionic Surfactant

Cocamide DEA

High-performance foam booster and viscosity builder derived from coconut oil. Provides excellent thickening properties, foam stabilization, and enhanced viscosity for premium personal care formulations including shampoos, body washes, and cleaning products.

  • Superior Foam Boosting
  • Excellent Viscosity Building
  • Coconut Oil Derived
  • Enhanced Foam Stability
  • Cost-Effective Performance
  • Wide pH Compatibility
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Cocamide DEA
CAS Number: 68603-42-9
EINECS Number: 271-657-0
Active Matter Content: 98-100%
Physical State: Light yellow to amber viscous liquid
Density (20°C): 0.98-1.02 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 280-320 g/mol
pH (10% solution): 9.5-11.0
Viscosity (25°C): 150-400 cP
Foam Height: 200-250mm (Ross-Miles test)
Free Diethanolamine: ≤ 0.5%
Amide Content: ≥ 85%
Stability Range: pH 6-12, temp 5-60°C
Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohols
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301B)
Packaging Options: 25kg, 200kg drums, IBC tanks

Applications

Foam Booster
Viscosity Modifier
Shampoo Formulations
Body Wash
Bubble Bath
Dishwashing Liquids
Industrial Cleaners
Car Wash
Foam Stabilizer
Commercial Cleaners
Metalworking Fluids
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Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Cocamide DEA grades tailored for specific foam enhancement applications, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across personal care and industrial sectors.

Personal Care Grade
Purity: 98-100% Free DEA: ≤ 0.5% Color: Light yellow Application: Shampoos, body wash
Household Grade
Purity: 97-99% Foam Enhancement: High Stability: Enhanced Application: Dishwashing liquids
Industrial Grade
Purity: 95-98% Performance: Heavy-duty Temperature: High stability Application: Industrial cleaners
Automotive Grade
Purity: 98-100% Foam Quality: Rich, stable Rinsing: Easy removal Application: Car wash products

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Cocamide DEA is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international surfactant standards including CTFA, ISO, and industry-specific specifications for foam enhancement applications.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
CTFA Standards Compliance
98-100% Active Matter Content
Advanced Foam Testing
Superior Foam Enhancement
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
Temperature-Controlled Logistics

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Cocamide DEA exhibits exceptional amide surfactant properties essential for personal care and detergent applications. Its unique molecular structure provides superior foam boosting, thickening, and conditioning properties in cleansing formulations.

Surfactant Properties
Foam Boosting: Excellent foam enhancement
Thickening Power: Superior viscosity building
Conditioning Effect: Good conditioning properties
Foam Stabilization: Excellent foam stability
Physical Properties
Thermal Stability: Stable up to 80°C
Viscosity: Viscous liquid
Solubility: Good water solubility
Color: Light amber
Performance Characteristics
Compatibility: Excellent with anionic surfactants
Hard Water Tolerance: Good performance
pH Stability: Stable in neutral to alkaline pH
Biodegradation: Readily biodegradable
Quality Specifications
Amide Content: 85-90% guaranteed
Free Amine: ≤ 5.0%
pH (10% solution): 9.5-10.5
Color (Gardner): ≤ 5

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Cocamide DEA superiority in personal care applications with exceptional foam boosting capability, superior thickening properties, and outstanding conditioning effects across diverse formulation environments.

Foam Enhancement

Boost: 200-300% foam increase

Exceptional foam boosting
Thickening Effect

Viscosity: 500-2000% increase

Superior viscosity building
Conditioning Performance

Effect: Good hair conditioning

Enhanced hair feel
Temperature Stability

Operating range: 5-80°C

Wide temperature window
pH Compatibility

pH range: 6-11 operational

Alkaline pH preference
Shelf Stability

Duration: 2 years minimum

Long-term stability

Safety Information

Use with appropriate precautions due to DEA content. Follow regulatory guidelines for personal care applications. Use standard personal protective equipment during handling and ensure adequate ventilation in processing areas.

Follow Regulatory Guidelines
Use Appropriate Precautions
Adequate Ventilation

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry area away from extreme temperatures. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from freezing. Handle with standard personal protective equipment and maintain good hygiene practices.

Cool storage (15-30°C)
Protect from freezing
Keep dry
Sealed containers

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Cocamide DEA operates through advanced amide chemistry, providing superior foam stabilization and thickening capabilities in surfactant systems through hydrogen bonding and molecular association mechanisms.

Foam Stabilization

Hydrogen bonding network formation for foam enhancement

Superior foam volume and stability
Thickening Mechanism

Molecular association and gel network formation

Enhanced viscosity control
Surfactant Enhancement

Synergistic interaction with primary surfactants

Improved cleaning performance
Compatibility Effects

Optimized formulation stability and performance

Enhanced system compatibility

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global market access with complete documentation packages supporting international cosmetic and industrial standards with validated safety profiles.

INCI Listed

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients compliance

USP/NF Grade

United States Pharmacopeia specifications available

FDA Approved

Food and Drug Administration regulatory acceptance

EU Compliant

European Union cosmetic regulation compliance

Safety Assessment

Complete toxicological and safety documentation

GHS Compliant

Globally Harmonized System safety documentation

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's formulation experts provide comprehensive technical support, application guidance, and customization services to optimize Cocamide DEA performance in your specific formulation requirements.

Formulation Development
  • Custom foam stabilization systems
  • Viscosity optimization studies
  • Stability testing protocols
  • Performance benchmarking
Application Support
  • Processing parameter optimization
  • Compatibility testing services
  • Scale-up technical guidance
  • Quality control method development
Technical Consultation
  • Foam booster selection guidance
  • Troubleshooting expert support
  • Regulatory compliance assistance
  • Best practices training
Supply Solutions
  • Flexible packaging options
  • Just-in-time delivery
  • Custom grade development
  • Global supply chain management

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Cocamide DEA production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable sourcing, efficient manufacturing processes, and comprehensive environmental impact management for cosmetic and industrial applications.

Sustainable Sourcing

Renewable feedstock utilization and responsible procurement

Water Efficiency

Advanced process water recycling and treatment systems

Clean Manufacturing

Energy-efficient amidation with emission controls

Biodegradability

Optimized biodegradation pathway for environmental safety

Green Chemistry

Sustainable synthesis pathway implementation

Packaging Sustainability

Recyclable containers and reduced packaging footprint

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's advanced amidation facility employs precision reaction control and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent Cocamide DEA quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled amidation in automated reaction systems

Precise molecular weight and composition control
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analytical testing including foam properties and purity

GC-MS verification and performance validation
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 with cosmetic and industrial standards

Continuous improvement and batch traceability
Packaging Standards

Food-grade containers with moisture protection

Contamination prevention and stability assurance

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive market data demonstrating Cocamide DEA effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and validated formulation success rates.

Personal Care Industry
Market Share: 50% in foam stabilization Performance: Superior foam volume and stability Efficacy: 96% customer satisfaction
Household Products
Applications: 400+ successful formulations Stability: Long-term formulation stability Performance: Enhanced cleaning efficacy
Industrial Applications
Efficiency: 45% improved foam performance Cost Savings: 35% reduction in formulation costs Quality: Consistent batch-to-batch performance

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Quality

Consistently exceeds industry standards with optimized composition and exceptional foam stabilization performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and flexible production scheduling

Technical Expertise

Dedicated formulation team provides application support and custom development services

Regulatory Support

Complete documentation packages with global regulatory compliance assistance

Global Standards

International compliance with cosmetic and industrial specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with formulators and custom grade development services