Ethanol, 2,2'-iminobis-, N-coco alkyl derivs., N-oxides

Ethanol, 2,2'-iminobis-, N-coco alkyl derivs., N-oxides (CAS 61791-47-7), also known as Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, is an amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty amines.

Where is Ethanol, 2,2'-iminobis-, N-coco alkyl derivs., N-oxides used?

• Cleaning and personal care: secondary surfactant in aqueous formulations
• Shampoos, body washes and liquid hand soaps: improves mildness of anionic surfactant blends
• Hard surface cleaners and industrial degreasers: boosts cleaning performance and sustains foam under high-soil conditions
• Textile processing: emulsifier and antistatic agent in fiber treatment and finishing
• Paper manufacturing: deinking and dispersing functions
• It functions as a foam booster and viscosity modifier.

Commercial specifications

• Aqueous solution, typically 30–35% active content
• Drum and IBC packaging