Cocamide DEA (Cocamide Diethanolamide) is a high-performance, versatile surfactant derived from natural coconut oil, engineered for superior foaming, emulsifying, and thickening capabilities. As a critical ingredient in the chemical manufacturing sector, it serves as a bridge between oil and water phases, ensuring stable and luxurious formulations across personal care, household cleaning, and industrial applications.
Renowned for being mild and non-irritating, Cocamide DEA is specifically designed to enhance the viscosity and tactile feel of liquid products without compromising skin safety. Its exceptional biodegradability and environmental compatibility make it the preferred choice for manufacturers seeking to develop eco-friendly, sustainable chemical products that meet rigorous global safety standards.
| Appearance (25°C) | Light yellow viscous liquid | Amide Content (%) | 78 Min / 70 Min / 62 Min (By Grade) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amine Value (mg KOH/g) | 10-130 (Depending on ratio) | Free Amine Content (%) | 1.8% - 24.5% |
| Free Fatty Acid (%) | 0.5 Max | Ester (%) | 1% - 7% Max |
| Glycerol (%) | 8% - 10% Max | Water Content (%) | 1% Max |
| pH Value (10% sol.) | 9 - 11 | Color (Hazen) | 500 Max |
Produces a rich, stable, and creamy foam that remains consistent even in hard water conditions.
Non-irritating formulation ideal for sensitive skin and high-end personal care products.
Acts as an efficient thickening agent to enhance the professional texture of liquid detergents.
Fully biodegradable and safe for the environment, reducing ecological footprints in manufacturing.
Significantly increases the stability of surfactant systems, preventing phase separation.
Versatile application from agricultural wetting agents to industrial corrosion inhibitors.
Rigorous quality management systems ensuring consistency in every batch produced.
Meeting strict European Union standards for the registration and evaluation of chemicals.
Ensuring the highest safety and quality standards for specialty chemical additives.
Each shipment undergoes independent third-party SGS inspection before leaving the factory.
Direct factory-to-client pipeline with an in-house design and technical support team.
Optimized delivery timelines, typically shipping within 5 to 10 days post-payment.
| Feature | Liquid CDEA | Solid CDEA |
|---|---|---|
| Mixing Ease | Instant blending, no heat required | Requires dissolution in solvents |
| Processing Speed | High - Direct incorporation | Moderate - Dissolution time needed |
| Storage Stability | Requires careful temperature control | High stability in bulk storage |
| Concentration | Fixed concentration per grade | Precise control over final concentration |
| Application | Shampoos & Liquid Soaps | Powdered Detergents & Bulk dry mix |
Cocamide DEA is widely used in personal care (shampoos, body washes), detergents (dishwashing liquids), agriculture (pesticide wetting agents), textiles (dyeing and scouring), and industrial lubricants as a corrosion inhibitor.
It enhances the viscosity (thickness) of the product, provides a creamy and stable foam, and improves the overall texture and luxurious feel of the formulation while remaining gentle on the skin.
Yes, CDEA is biodegradable and derived from natural coconut oil, making it suitable for eco-friendly and sustainable product formulations.
Liquid CDEA is preferred for easy mixing into liquid-based products like shampoos. Solid CDEA is used in dry formulations or powdered detergents where precise concentration control is necessary.
Our manufacturing process is ISO9001:2008, REACH, and FAMIQS certified. Additionally, we provide SGS inspection reports for every batch to guarantee quality.
We provide a comprehensive set of documents including Commercial Invoice, Packing List, COA (Certificate of Analysis), MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet), and Origin Certificates.
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