MACKAM® BAB

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MACKAM® BAB is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from babassu oil grown in the Amazon Basin of Brazil. It is stable over a wide pH range and compatible with anionic, nonionic, and cationic surfactants. MACKAM® BAB enhances and stabilizes foam in formulations with anionic surfactants and acts as an effective viscosity builder in personal cleansing products. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: Babassuamidopropyl Betaine

Chemical Name: Babassuamidopropyl Betaine

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Biodegradable, Cold Processable, DEA-free, Diethanolamide-free, Diethanolamine-free, Low Odor, MEA-free, Natural, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based

Certifications & Compliance: Japan Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL)

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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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Alkyl Betaines,
Betaines,
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Chemical Name
Babassuamidopropyl Betaine
INCI Name
Babassuamidopropyl Betaine
Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Emulsifier,
Foaming Agent,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Amphoteric),
Viscosity Modifier
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
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Amphoteric Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Broad pH Range Stability,
Cold Processable,
Foam Enhancement,
Foam Stability
Labeling Claims
Animal Products-free,
Biodegradable,
Cold Processable,
DEA-free,
Diethanolamide-free,
Diethanolamine-free,
Low Odor,
MEA-free,
Natural,
Naturally Derived,
Plant-Based

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format
Rinse Off
Hair Care Applications
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications
Liquid Hand Soap
Use Level
3 - 15% (Shampoos), 5 - 15% (Bath Products), 2 - 10% (Liquid Hand Soaps), 5 - 12% (Liquid Dishwash)

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Soluble In
Water Soluble
Appearance
Clear liquid*
Stable in
Hard Water
Compatible with
Anionic, Nonionic Surfactants, Cationic, Amphoteric
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
PreservativeSodium Benzoate--
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)1.05
Density (at 25°C)1.05g/ml
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Plate Countmax. 10CFU/g-
Yeast Count and Mold Countmax. 10CFU/U-
Pathogenic OrganismsAbsentml-
Gram Negative BacteriaAbsent--
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color max. 5Gardner-
Solids Content (Moisture Balance)34.0 - 36.0%-
pH Value (10% Aqueous)5.5 - 7.5--
Sodium Chloride Content4.5 - 6.0%-
Note

*  100C

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Japan Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL)
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
IECSC (China),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage Conditions
  • Mackam® BAB should be stored in sealed containers below 30°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Material may become hazy after exposure to cold. Gently heating to 35°C and mixing before use will clear the product. Handle between 15°C – 90°C.
  • Mackam® BAB has a shelf life of 730 days.