Description
Technical Parameters
Basic Properties
- Appearance: White to slightly yellow flake solid
- Type: Nonionic surfactant (fatty acid alkanolamide)
- Water solubility: Not easily soluble in water
- Solubility behavior: Soluble in aqueous solutions containing other surfactants
- Production method: Coconut oil fatty acids + monoethanolamine (amidation reaction)
Because it has limited solubility in pure water, it is typically incorporated into surfactant systems where it dissolves and functions effectively.
Main Functions
- ✔ Thickening agent
- ✔ Foaming agent
- ✔ Foam stabilizer
- ✔ Emulsifier (auxiliary)
- ✔ Lubrication and surface conditioning
Applications in the Daily Chemical Industry
Cocomonoethanolamide is commonly used in:
- Shampoos
- Body washes
- Liquid soaps
- Facial cleansers
- Dishwashing liquids
Benefits in formulations:
- Increases viscosity without large salt additions
- Improves foam richness and stability
- Enhances product texture and appearance
- Works synergistically with anionic surfactants
Applications in the Textile Industry
Used as:
- Refining agent
- Softening auxiliary
- Wetting and impurity-removal aid
Functions:
- Removes oils and impurities from fiber surfaces
- Improves fabric softness
- Enhances processing efficiency
Applications in Metal Processing
In metalworking systems, CMEA functions as:
- Lubricant
- Rust inhibitor
- Emulsification stabilizer in cutting fluids
It helps reduce friction and supports corrosion protection in metal processing operations.
Key Advantages
- Excellent foam stabilization
- Good viscosity enhancement
- Compatible with various surfactant systems
- Cost-effective formulation aid
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Multi-industry applicability
Specs
|
Test item |
Specification |
|
Appearance |
white to slightly yellow flake solid |
|
Amide content % |
93≥ |
|
Free MEA % |
≤1.0 |
|
Moisture and volatiles % |
≤5.0 |
|
Ester content % |
≤6.0 |
|
Acid % |
≤1.5 |
|
PH (1% 50% alcohol solution) |
9.0-11.0 |
