Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is commonly incorporated into shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, hand soaps, and baby products where gentle cleansing, foam stability, and formulation flexibility are desired.

DIRECTIONS & SUGGESTED USAGE

Cocamidopropyl Betaine can be incorporated into a wide range of cosmetic and personal care formulations:

• Shampoos & Hair Cleansers: 3 – 15% as a secondary surfactant and foam booster

• Body Washes & Liquid Soaps: 5 – 20% for mild cleansing and lather

• Facial Cleansers: 2 – 10% for gentle surfactant systems

• Baby & Sensitive-Skin Products: 2 – 10% to enhance mildness

• Hand Soaps: 5 – 20% for foam stability and viscosity support

Add to the water phase and mix gently to minimize excessive aeration. Compatible with anionic, nonionic, amphoteric, and cationic surfactants.

INCI: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
CAS: 61789-40-0
Origin: Naturally derived / synthetic (coconut-based)
Charge Type: Amphoteric
Solubility: Water-soluble

MORE ABOUT COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

• Appearance / Consistency: Clear to pale yellow liquid

• Aromatic Summary / Odor: Mild, characteristic

• Function: Surfactant, foam booster, viscosity modifier

• Foam Profile: Rich, stable foam

• Skin Feel: Mild, non-drying when properly formulated

• pH Compatibility: Typically effective in pH 4.0 – 9.0

• Shelf Life: Typically 2 years when stored properly

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly sealed.

California Proposition 65

This product is not listed as a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm under California Proposition 65. A Proposition 65 warning may be required if combined with other listed substances or if trace contaminants exceed regulatory thresholds.

Product Warnings

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Users should conduct appropriate formulation testing to ensure product safety, stability, and performance.

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