Palm kernel diethanolamide

Palm kernel diethanolamide (CAS 73807-15-5), also supplied under trade names such as Aminon PK 02S and Amisol KD 3, is a fatty acid alkanolamide derived from palm kernel oil. It functions as a foam booster, viscosity builder, and emulsifier across personal care and industrial cleaning formulations.

In shampoos, body washes, and liquid soaps, it enhances foam stability and thickens surfactant systems, reducing the need for additional rheology modifiers. Industrial and household cleaning products use it to boost detergency and improve grease dispersion in alkaline formulations.

Textile processing operations apply it as an emulsifier and softening aid in fiber treatment baths. In leather processing, it supports fat liquoring emulsification and improves the uniformity of surface treatments across various manufacturing stages.

Palm kernel diethanolamide is typically supplied as an amber to yellow viscous liquid. It is available in technical grade, which is the standard specification for industrial cleaning and textile applications, as well as cosmetic-grade material for personal care.

The material meets high purity requirements for use in professional formulations. Bulk supply is standard in drums and IBC containers to ensure efficient logistics and handling for large-scale manufacturing operations and chemical distribution networks.