MACKAM® BB/FLA MB is a high foaming betaine surfactant that demonstrates excellent stability properties over broad pH ranges. Typically it is used as a secondary surfactant in anionic based systems. MACKAM BB/FLA MB improves overall foam quality and also helps improve formulation mildness. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: Coco-Betaine

Chemical Name: Betaine

Synonyms: (Trimethylammoniumyl)Acetate, 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)acetate, 2-N,N,N-trimethylammonio acetate, Glycine Betaine, Glycylbetaine, Lycine, N,N,N-Trimethylglycine, Oxyneurine, Trimethylammonioacetate, Trimethylbetaine Glycine, Trimethylglycine, Trimethylglycocoll, α-Earleine

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
HII Features

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Hair Care Applications
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Use Level
3 - 15% (Shampoos), 5 - 15% (Bath Products), 2 - 10% (Liquid Hand Soaps), 5 - 12% (Hand Dishwash), 1 - 10% (Acid Cleaners), 3 - 8% (Foam Cleaners)

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear pale mobile liquid*
Compatible with
Anionic, Nonionic Surfactants, Cationic, Amphoteric
Stable in
Hard Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.03
Density (at 25°C)1.03g/ml
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH Value ( 20°C, 5% Aqueous)6.0 – 8.0TH002
Sodium Chloride Content6.5 - 7.5%TH033
Colormax. 100HazenTH061
Sodium Monochloro Acetate Contentmax. 100ppmTH174
Sulfodeoxycholic Acid Contentmax. 100ppmTH119
Iron Contentmax. 5ppmTH156
Moisture Content60.0 - 64.0%Calc
Active Content (MW 279)29.0 - 31.0%TH089
Free Alkyldimethylamine in Betainesmax. 0.50%TH179
Alkalinity Content1.15 - 1.30meq/gTH184
Note

* IN001

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Europe

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage Conditions
  • Store in sealed containers between 10-40°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Avoid prolonged heating above 40°C as colour deterioration may occur. If material becomes hazy after exposure to cold gently heat to 35°C and mix before use. Store in tightly closed containers. Store in an area that is dry, well ventilated and away from incompatible materials.
  • Mackam® BB/FLA MB has a shelf life of 730 days.