MACKAM® DAB

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MACKAM® DAB is a high-performance amphoteric surfactant made from 95% minimum pure vegetable lauric acid. It is compatible with anionic, nonionic, and cationic surfactants, delivering high foaming even in high electrolyte solutions, with excellent lime soap dispersing properties. In personal care products, MACKAM® DAB offers significant viscosity improvement and enhanced flash foam compared to cocamidopropyl betaine. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: Lauramidopropyl Betaine

Chemical Name: Lauramidopropyl Betaine

CAS Number: 4292-10-8

Labeling Claims: Cold Processable

Synonyms: Amphoteric L, Dodecanamidopropyl Betaine, Lauramido Propyl Betaine, Lauroylamide Propylbetaine

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Alkyl Betaines,
Betaines,
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Chemical Name
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
INCI Name
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Amphoteric)
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Amphoteric)
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cleaning Ingredients — Cleaning Aids
Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Foam Control Agents,
Rheology Modifiers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Rheology Modifiers
Cleaning Ingredients — Soaps & Surfactants
Amphoteric Surfactants
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Amphoteric Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Excellent Flash Foaming,
Excellent Lime Soap Dispersion,
High Foaming,
High Temperature Resistance,
Superior Performance,
Viscosity Boosting
Labeling Claims
Cold Processable
HII Features
Excellent Flash Foaming,
Excellent Lime Soap Dispersion,
Heat Resistance,
High Foaming,
Increases Viscosity,
Superior Performance

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care,
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care
HI&I Care — Home Care
Dish Care,
Surface Care
Application Format
Gel,
Rinse Off
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash,
Bubble Bath,
Liquid Soap,
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications
Shampoos & Rinses
Home Care Applications
Bathroom Cleaners,
Liquid Dishwash
Use Level
4 - 8% (Shampoos), 4 - 8% (Liquid Soaps), 6 - 10% (Bubble Baths), 10 - 15% (Body Wash), 5 - 15% (Lime Soap Dispersion), 5 - 10% (Liquid Dish Soap), 1 - 5% (Bathroom Cleaners)

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Soluble In
Water Soluble
Appearance
Clear liquid*
Compatible with
Anionic, Nonionic Surfactants, Cationic, Amphoteric
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)1.05
Density (at 25°C)1.05g/ml
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Plate Countmax.10CFU/g-
Gram Negative BacteriaAbsent--
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Content29.0 - 31.0%316A
pH Value (as is at 25 °C)10.0 - 12.0-146A
Colormax. 3Gardner104A
Sodium Chloride Contentmax. 6.0%230B
Moisture Contentmax. 64.0%142A, Karl Fischer
Sodium Monochloro Acetate Contentmax. 100ppm540A
Free Amine Contentmax. 0.50%514A
Note

* 100C

Regulatory & Compliance

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

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Europe
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Mackam® DAB should be stored in tightly closed containers. Store in an area that is dry, well ventilated, and away from incompatible materials. Frozen material may be thawed in a warm room. Vent drums while heating