Lauramidopropylbetaine

Lauramidopropylbetaine (CAS 4292-10-8) is an amphoteric surfactant derived from lauric acid, used in personal care and cosmetic formulations for foam-boosting, conditioning and mildness-enhancing properties.

Where is Lauramidopropylbetaine used?

• Shampoos and body washes: boosts and stabilizes foam from primary anionic surfactants
• Facial cleansers and baby wash: mildness for sensitive skin
• Conditioning shampoos and two-in-one formulations: secondary surfactant contributing to wet-comb feel
• Mild liquid hand soaps and intimate hygiene products balance cleansing with skin compatibility
• With sodium lauryl sulfate it reduces overall formulation irritation potential.

Good to know: Closely related to cocamidopropyl betaine but based on a defined C12 lauric acid chain, offering a more consistent fatty acid profile. Cosmetic-grade and COSMOS-approved variants exist for certified natural formulations.

Commercial specifications

• Aqueous liquid, typically 30–35% active content
• Bulk supply in drums and IBC containers