MACKAMIDE® LPA FLAKE

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MACKAMIDE® LPA FLAKES is a high-purity monoisopropanolamide designed for use in household and cosmetic formulations. It serves as an excellent viscosity builder and foam stabilizer, with very low residual free amine. MACKAMIDE® LPA FLAKES is a suitable replacement for diethanolamides. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: Lauramide MIPA

Chemical Name: N-(2-hydroxypropyl)dodecanamide

CAS Number: 142-54-1

Chemical Family: Amides

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Biodegradable, DEA-free, Diethanolamide-free, Diethanolamine-free, Glycerin-free, MEA-free, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Preservative-free, Salt-free

Synonyms: 2-Hydroxypropyllauramide, Lauramide MIPA, Lauric acid isopropanolamide, Lauric acid monoisopropanolamide, Lauric isopropanolamide, Lauric monoisopropanolamide, Lauroyl isopropanolamide, Lauryl isopropanolamide, Lauryl monoisopropanolamide, LIPA, LPA, N-(2-Hydroxy-1-propyl)lauramide, N-(β-Hydroxypropyl)lauramide

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Amides
Chemical Name
N-(2-hydroxypropyl)dodecanamide
INCI Name
Lauramide MIPA
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Foam Stabilizer,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic),
Viscosity Modifier
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Foam Stabilizer,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic),
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies
Agrochemicals,
Cleaning Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Agrochemicals — Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients
Dispersants & Emulsifiers
Cleaning Ingredients — Cleaning Aids
Detergents & Degreasers,
Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Foam Control Agents,
Rheology Modifiers,
Stabilizers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Rheology Modifiers,
Stabilizers
Cleaning Ingredients — Soaps & Surfactants
Nonionic Surfactants
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Nonionic Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Animal Products-free,
Biodegradable,
DEA-free,
Diethanolamide-free,
Diethanolamine-free,
Glycerin-free,
MEA-free,
Naturally Derived,
Plant-Based,
Preservative-free,
Salt-free
HII Features
Foam Stability,
Increases Viscosity

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care,
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
HI&I Care — Home Care
Dish Care,
Laundry & Fabric Care,
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Institutional & Catering,
Other Institutional & Industrial Care
Application Format
Gel,
Rinse Off
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash,
Bubble Bath,
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications
Shampoos & Rinses
Home Care Applications
Powder Detergents,
Toilet Cleaners
Use Level
8 - 12% (Drop- In Toilet Bowl Blocks), 1 - 4% (Body Wash), 1 - 2% (Bubble Bath), 4 - 6% (Dish Wash), 8 - 10% (Dishwash 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
  • Requires heating to 75°C to incorporate
  • Mix until dissolved before cooling or molding

Properties

Physical Form
Flakes
Appearance
Uniform pastille or waxy flake*
Compatible with
Anionic, Nonionic Surfactants, Cationic, Amphoteric
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.6--
Density (at 25°C)0.6g/ml
Gram Negative BacteriaAbsent
Total Plate Countmax. 10CFU/g-
Ester Contentmax. 2-CTFA
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Point52 - 57°C-
pH Vlaue (0% Solution)8.0- 11.0-146B
Free Fatty Acid Content (MW = 200)max. 20%200M
Monoisopropanolamine Content (MW 75)max. 20%274D
Colormax. 4Gardner104A
Note

* 100C

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
CSCL (Japan),
DSL (Canada),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

MACKAMIDE LPA FLAKES should be stored in sealed containers below 30°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Handle between 25°C - 35°C.