Technical Data
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- INCI Name
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- HII Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Home Care Applications
- Use Level
- 1 - 4% (Body Wash ), 1 - 2% (Bubble Bath ), 4 - 6% (Dish Wash ), 8 - 10% (Dishwash Blocks ), 8 - 12% (Drop- In Toilet Bowl Blocks), 8 - 12% (Powder Detergents ), 2 - 4% (Shampoos ), 0.5 - 2% (Skin Cleansers )
- Formulation tips
- Add in the beginning of process with heat stable ingredients
- Request heating to 75°C to incorporate
- Avoid prolonged exposure to heating as this may lead to degradation
- Mix until dissolved before cooling or molding
- Compatible with anionic, cationic, amphoteric, and nonionic surfactants
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Waxy Flake (in USA), waxy pastilles (in Europe) (100C)
- Compatible with
- Anionic, Nonionic Surfactants, Cationic, Amphoteric
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Specific Gravity (at 60°C) 0.97 - - Density (at 60°C) 0.97 g/ml Gram Negative Bacteria Absent Total Plate Count max. 10 CFU/g - Ester Content max. 3 - CTFA - Specifications
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Melting Point 61.0 - 64.0 °C 136A, Fisher Johns Glycerin Content 70 - 125 - 366C pH Value (1% Solution) 9.0 - 11.0 - 146B Monoethanolamine Content max. 1.5 % 274C Acid Value max. 2.0 - 200A Free Fatty Acid Content (MW 200) max. 2.0 % 200M Color (at 70°C) max. 4 Gardner 104P
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
Packaging & Availability
- Regional Availability
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 48 Months
- Storage Conditions
Mackamide® CMA should be stored in sealed containers below 30°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Handle between 25°C – 35°C. Mackamide® CMA has a shelf life of 1460 days