Cocodiethanolamide (CDEA) Liquid

INCI Name: Cocamide DEA
Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₂₇NO₃
Alternative Names: Cocodiethanolamide, CDEA, Cocamide DEA
Country of Origin: India

Description:

Cocodiethanolamide (CDEA) is a clear to pale yellow liquid made from coconut oil and diethanolamine. It is widely used in personal care and cleaning products. It helps increase foam, thickness, and cleaning power in products like shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, and dishwashing liquids. It is safe to use when added in proper amounts and gives a smooth and rich feel to the final product.

Benefits and Uses

• Foam Booster: CDEA helps create rich, stable foam in shampoos, face washes, and hand washes.
• Thickening Agent: It increases the thickness of liquid products, making them feel better and last longer.
• Good Cleanser: It helps remove dirt and oil from skin and hair, improving the cleaning effect.
• Improves Feel: CDEA gives a smooth, creamy texture to products, making them feel soft on skin and hair.
• Coconut-Based: Made from coconut oil, it is a more natural choice compared to harsh synthetic chemicals.
• Used in Household Products: Also found in dishwashing liquids and floor cleaners due to its cleaning and foaming ability.

Concentration and Solubility

• Usage Level in Cosmetics: 1% to 10% depending on the product type.
• Solubility: Fully soluble in water, not soluble in oil.

How to Use

• In Liquid Products: Add CDEA to the water phase or after mixing the surfactants while stirring slowly.
• For Thickening: Adjust the amount as needed to get the desired thickness and foam in your final product.