Cocamide MEA (Monoethanolamine)
Foam Booster Thickener
Nonionic Surfactant

Cocamide MEA (Monoethanolamine)

Premium foam booster and viscosity builder derived from coconut oil delivering effective thickening and foam enhancement properties. Ideal for personal care and cleaning formulations requiring enhanced foam stability and improved viscosity performance.

  • Effective Foam Boosting
  • Superior Viscosity Building
  • Coconut Oil Derived
  • Enhanced Foam Stability
  • Cost-Effective Performance
  • Wide Application Range
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Cocamide MEA
CAS Number: 68140-00-1
EINECS Number: 268-770-2
Active Matter Content: 98-100%
Physical State: Light amber to brown viscous liquid
Density (20°C): 0.95-1.05 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 300-350 g/mol
pH (10% solution): 9.0-11.0
Viscosity (25°C): 200-600 cP
Foam Height: 180-220mm (Ross-Miles test)
Free Monoethanolamine: ≤ 1.0%
Amide Content: ≥ 80%
Stability Range: pH 5-12, temp 5-70°C
Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohols
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301B)
Packaging Options: 25kg, 200kg drums, IBC tanks

Applications

Foam Stabilizer
Thickening Agent
Shampoo Base
Body Wash Formulations
Dishwashing Detergents
Industrial Surfactants
Foaming Agents
Vehicle Care Products
Metalworking Applications
Commercial Cleaning
Textile Processing
Specialty Surfactants

Industry-Specific Grades

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

Personal Care Grade
Purity: 98-100% Free MEA: ≤ 1.0% Color: Light amber Application: Shampoos, body wash
Household Grade
Purity: 96-99% Foam Quality: Enhanced Stability: Superior Application: Dishwashing products
Industrial Grade
Purity: 94-98% Performance: Heavy-duty Temperature: High resistance Application: Industrial cleaners
Metalworking Grade
Purity: 96-99% Lubricity: Enhanced Corrosion: Protective Application: Cutting fluids

Quality Standards

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

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

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Cocamide MEA 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 mild 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 75°C
Viscosity: Viscous liquid
Solubility: Good water solubility
Color: Light amber to brown
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): 9.0-10.0
Color (Gardner): ≤ 6

Performance Characteristics

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

Foam Enhancement

Boost: 150-250% foam increase

Excellent foam boosting
Thickening Effect

Viscosity: 400-1500% increase

Superior viscosity building
Conditioning Performance

Effect: Good hair conditioning

Enhanced hair feel
Temperature Stability

Operating range: 5-75°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

Generally recognized as safe for personal care use with good skin compatibility. Safer alternative to DEA-based products. Use standard personal protective equipment during handling and ensure adequate ventilation in processing areas.

Personal Care Safe
Standard 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 MEA operates through advanced amide chemistry, providing superior foam stabilization and thickening capabilities in surfactant systems through hydrogen bonding and molecular association mechanisms with enhanced conditioning properties.

Foam Enhancement

Hydrogen bonding network formation for foam stabilization

Superior foam volume and longevity
Thickening Action

Molecular association and gel network formation

Enhanced viscosity and texture
Conditioning Effects

Hair and skin conditioning through substantivity

Improved feel and manageability
Surfactant Synergy

Enhanced performance with primary surfactants

Optimized cleaning efficacy

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 MEA performance in your specific formulation requirements.

Formulation Development
  • Custom foam and thickening 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
  • Amide surfactant 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 MEA 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 MEA 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 MEA effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and validated formulation success rates.

Personal Care Industry
Market Share: 55% in conditioning foam systems Performance: Superior foam and conditioning Efficacy: 97% customer satisfaction
Hair Care Products
Applications: 350+ successful formulations Stability: Enhanced formulation longevity Performance: Improved hair manageability
Industrial Applications
Efficiency: 50% improved foam performance Cost Savings: 40% 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