MACKAMIDE® C is produced from a 1:1 reaction of pure coconut oil, containing a small amount of residual glycerin. It is a high-active, readily biodegradable liquid at room temperature, facilitating easy handling during manufacturing. MACKAMIDE® C has a low free diethanolamine content, compliant with the European directive on residual diethanolamine in alkanolamides for personal care products. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: Cocamide DEA

Chemical Name: Cocamide DEA

CAS Number: 68603-42-9

Chemical Family: Ethanolamines

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Biodegradable, Cold Processable, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Preservative-free, Salt-free

Synonyms: Cocamide diethanolamine, Coco diethanolamides, Coco diethanolamine, Coco fatty acid diethanolamides, Coconut DEA, Coconut diethanolamides, Coconut oil diethanolamides, N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl) coco amides

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Hair Care Applications
Home Care Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Use Level
5 - 10% (Hand Dishwash), 1 - 3% (Shampoos), 2 - 5% (Body Cleansers), 10 - 20% (Emulsifier), 1 - 10% (Foam Booster/Stabilizer), 1 - 3% (Liquid Hand Soaps)
Formulation tips
  • Cold processable
  • Heat tolerant (up to 90°C)
  • Not stable at pH < 3.0

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Appearance
Clear liquid*
Odor
Typical odor**
Compatible with
Anionic, Nonionic Surfactants, Cationic, Amphoteric
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)1.00--
Density (at 25°C)1g/ml
Residual Glycerin Content9.00%-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Refractive Index (at 21.1°C)1.4696 - 1.4816-144B
Amide Contentmin. 82.0%340B
pH Value (1% Solution)9.7 - 11.0-146B
Methanol Contentmax. 0.50%510A
Moisture Contentmax. 0.50%142A, Karl Fischer
Acid Valuemax. 1.0mg.KOH/g200A
Colormax. 4Gardner104A
Diethanolamine (No Catalyst, No Soap)max. 5.0%270A
Diethanolamine (MW 105)max. 6.5%274A
Ester Contentmax. 7.0-530A
Note
  • * 100C 
  • ** 138A

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store in sealed containers below 30°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight. If material becomes hazy after exposure to cold gently heat to 35°C and mix before use. Handle between 15°C – 90°C.