Cocoiminodipropionate

Cocoiminodipropionate (CAS 97659-50-2) is an amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut fatty amines. Also known by its CTFA designation sodium cocoiminodipropionate.

Where is Cocoiminodipropionate used?

• Personal care: mild cleansing, emulsifying and foam-modifying agent
• Shampoos, body washes and facial cleansers: boosts foam quality and improves mildness
• With primary anionic surfactants it reduces skin irritation.
• Industrial and institutional cleaning: co-surfactant for degreasing hard surfaces
• Textile and leather processing: dispersing and wetting agent
• Dyeing and finishing: improves substrate penetration
• Paper manufacturing: pitch control and surface conditioning
• Its emulsifying action manages hydrophobic contaminants in the wet-end process.

Good to know: Amphoteric character gives compatibility over a wide pH range. Cosmetic-grade material meets purity standards suitable for personal care product registration.

Commercial specifications

• Active matter 30–40%
• IBC containers and drums