Comprehensive Guide to Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB) CAS 86438-79-1
Table of Contents
- Product Overview & Specifications
- Applications & Use Cases
- Client Success Stories
- Contact for Custom Solutions
1. Product Overview & Specifications
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB), CAS 86438-79-1, is a zwitterionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. It is widely used in personal care and cleaning products due to its mildness and foam-boosting properties.
Key Specifications
Parameter | CAPB | SLES | Decyl Glucoside |
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Chemical Formula | C19H38N2O3 | C12H25O4S·Na | C16H32O6 |
Appearance | Clear yellow liquid | Colorless viscous liquid | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
pH (10% sol.) | 4.5-5.5 | 6.0-7.5 | 5.0-7.0 |
Foam Quality | High, dense | High, loose | Moderate, creamy |
2. Applications & Industry Use Cases
Personal Care Formulations
- Shampoos: Reduces eye irritation by 40% compared to traditional surfactants
- Liquid Soaps: Enhances viscosity without sulfates
Household Cleaners
Enables phosphate-free formulations with comparable degreasing performance to SLS-based products.
Industrial Applications
Used in agrochemical adjuvants to improve pesticide adhesion by 25-30%.
3. Verified Client Implementations
Case Study 1: Natural Cosmetics Manufacturer (EU)
Challenge | Develop vegan shampoo meeting COSMOS standards |
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Solution | 30% CAPB in surfactant blend |
Result | 25% faster rinse-off, 18% higher customer satisfaction |
Case Study 2: Industrial Cleaner Producer (USA)
Challenge | Replace SLS in heavy-duty degreaser |
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Solution | 15% CAPB + 5% coco-glucoside |
Result | 40% reduction in skin irritation reports |
4. Technical & Commercial Consultation
Our R&D team offers:
- Custom surfactant blends with CAPB
- Regulatory compliance support (REACH, FDA)
- Batch optimization for cost efficiency
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