Disodium lauriminodipropionate

Disodium lauriminodipropionate (CAS 3655-00-3), commercially known as Deriphat 160 or Deriphat-160C, is an amphoteric surfactant derived from lauric acid and beta-alanine. It carries both anionic and cationic character depending on pH, giving it compatibility across a broad range of formulation systems.

In personal care formulations, it functions as a secondary surfactant in shampoos and facial cleansers, where it moderates foam structure and reduces the irritation potential of primary anionic surfactants. It also acts as a dispersing agent in rinse-off systems, helping to keep emulsified oils and conditioning actives evenly distributed during use.

Disodium lauriminodipropionate is supplied in liquid form and is subject to REACH registration requirements for EU market access. Procurement teams should confirm REACH compliance documentation and Safety Data Sheets from suppliers. Standard packaging formats vary by supplier; bulk and intermediate bulk container options are typically available for industrial volumes.