Cocoamide MEA (CMEA)
CAS Number: 68140-00-1
Cocoamide MEA (CMEA) is a solid nonionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and monoethanolamine, providing foam stabilization and viscosity enhancement in surfactant systems. Unlike CDEA, CMEA is solid at room temperature and contains no free diethanolamine, making it preferred in formulations where DEA impurities are restricted. It is widely used in bar soaps, solid cleansers, and high-viscosity liquid formulations.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White to off-white solid flakes or beads |
| moisture (%) | ≤3.0 |
| free amine (%) | ≤1.5 |
| active matter (%) | ≥90 |
| pH (10% solution) | 9.0–11.0 |
Applications
- Bar soap and syndet bar formulations
- Shampoo bars and solid cleansers
- High-viscosity liquid detergent thickening
- Foam stabilization in personal care
- Industrial hard surface cleaners
Key Features
- Solid form, easy handling and dosing
- Free of diethanolamine impurities
- Strong foam stabilization in soap and detergent systems
- Improves texture and feel in bar soap applications
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