Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Powder, 97%)
- Product Code: 127697
A mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, valued for its ability to boost foam, lower irritation, and improve viscosity when blended with anionic or non-ionic surfactants. Typical pH range of finished products: 5.0 – 7.0.
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Appearance (25°C) | White powder |
Odor | Slight characteristic odor |
Active ingredient | ≥80 |
Free fatty acid | ≤0.8 |
Oxidation value | ≤16.0 |
Solid content | ≥97.0 |
pH value (1% aqueous solution, 25°C) | 4.0-7.0 |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB) in Personal-Care Formulations
A mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, valued for its ability to boost foam, lower irritation, and improve viscosity when blended with anionic or non-ionic surfactants. Typical pH range of finished products: 5.0 – 7.0.
Compare between liquid and powder type
Aspect | Liquid CAPB (most common) | Powder/Granular CAPB |
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Actives content | 28 – 38 % (water + ~4 % NaCl) | 70 – 95 % actives (little to no water) |
Viscosity (25 °C) | 1 000 – 5 000 cP → easy pumping | Flowable granule or fine powder; dusting risk |
Preservation | Usually contains MIT or benzyl alcohol; needs preserved storage tank | Essentially self-preserving (low water activity) |
Cold stability | Can cloud or gel < 10 °C; may need drum warming | Remains free-flowing; hygroscopic so needs sealed bags/desiccant |
Shipping & carbon footprint | Higher weight/volume → larger logistics cost | 2–3 × more actives per kg → lower freight, smaller footprint |
Handling safety | Low irritation; no inhalation hazard | Dust can irritate eyes/airways → local exhaust & PPE required |
Typical use level (finished formula) | 3–12 % as-supplied (gives 1–4 % actives) | 1–4 % as-supplied (gives same actives) |
Dissolution | Instantly disperses, even in cold water | Needs slow addition to vortex at ≥40 °C or pre-wetting with glycerin/propylene glycol |
Ideal product formats | Shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, baby wash, micellar waters | Solid shampoo bars, syndet bars, cleansing powders, water-free pastes, tablet cleansers, concentrated liquid bases to be diluted by consumer |
Cost structure | Lower price per kg, but pay for water; higher warehousing | Higher €/kg, but lower cost per active & lower transport/storage fees |
Formulation impact | Naturally contributes chloride for salt-curve thickening; can thin if over-used | No salt—gives formulator full control over viscosity build; demands separate electrolyte source if needed |
Choosing the Right Form
When Liquid CAPB Makes Life Easier ?
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Standard liquid cleansers: One-step dilution into the surfactant phase; effortless cold-process manufacturing.
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pH-sensitive actives: The built-in buffer of the aqueous solution minimizes local pH spikes during addition.
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High-turnover factories: Pumpable drums or IBCs integrate with existing CIP systems; no dust containment required.
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Low CAPEX operations: No need for powder handling equipment or heated vessels (beyond standard surfactant tanks).
When Powder CAPB Shines ?
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Water-free or low-water concepts: Shampoo bars, syndet bars, and cleansing tablets where every gram counts.
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Sustainability claims: Reduced transport emissions and plastic—easy to market as a “concentrated” or “solid” format.
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Leave-on wipes & powders: Minimal added water lowers microbial risk and enables preservative-free claims.
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Formulation flexibility: Because there’s no added salt, you can design bespoke rheology systems (acrylates, cellulose gums) without the risk of salt-thickening interference.
Practical Formulation Tips
Scenario | Key Tips |
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Liquid CAPB in classic shampoo | 1. Charge water to tank, start mixing.2. Add anionic surfactant (e.g., SLES).3. Add CAPB slowly; watch viscosity “salt-curve”.4. Adjust pH 5.5 with citric acid; finish with fragrance & preservative. |
Powder CAPB in shampoo bar | 1. Melt fatty alcohols/butters 70 - 75 °C.2. Premix powdered CAPB with SCI or SLSa to reduce dust.3. Add surfactant blend to molten base; mix until homogeneous.4. Cool to < 45 °C, press or pour into molds. |
Clear facial wash concentrate (powder-in-liquid dilution) | 1. Prepare 40 % glycerin + 5 % propanediol solution at 50 °C.2. Disperse powder CAPB until clear; no salt yet.3. Top up with demin water, adjust pH 5.5.4. Add NaCl incrementally to reach target viscosity. |
Decision Checklist
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End-format – Liquid wash ➜ liquid CAPB; solid or concentrated ➜ powder CAPB.
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Factory setup – Pumps & IBCs ➜ liquid; dust-handling & blending ➜ powder.
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Sustainability story – Powder scores better on transport & water-free claims.
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Cost per active – Powder wins on freight/storage; liquid wins on raw-kg price.
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Rheology control – Need salt-free base? powder. Want built-in salt for quick thickening? liquid.
Usage: For skin or hair cleansing products
Mixing method: mixed in water, can withstand heat. Provides the most foam when in a formula with pH 7.0.
Usage rate: 1-20%
Product characteristics: solid powder
Solubility: Can dissolve in water
Storage: Can be stored at room temperature. But close the bottle cap tightly. Then completely protected from sunlight or heat. The product has a minimum shelf life of 2 years.
INCI Name : Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Dry Matters > 97%, Amphoteric
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A mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, valued for its ability to boost foam, lower irritation, and improve viscosity when blended with anionic or non-ionic surfactants. Typical pH range of finished products: 5.0 – 7.0.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB) in Personal-Care Formulations
A mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, valued for its ability to boost foam, lower irritation, and improve viscosity when blended with anionic or non-ionic surfactants. Typical pH range of finished products: 5.0 – 7.0.
Compare between liquid and powder type
Aspect | Liquid CAPB (most common) | Powder/Granular CAPB |
---|---|---|
Actives content | 28 – 38 % (water + ~4 % NaCl) | 70 – 95 % actives (little to no water) |
Viscosity (25 °C) | 1 000 – 5 000 cP → easy pumping | Flowable granule or fine powder; dusting risk |
Preservation | Usually contains MIT or benzyl alcohol; needs preserved storage tank | Essentially self-preserving (low water activity) |
Cold stability | Can cloud or gel < 10 °C; may need drum warming | Remains free-flowing; hygroscopic so needs sealed bags/desiccant |
Shipping & carbon footprint | Higher weight/volume → larger logistics cost | 2–3 × more actives per kg → lower freight, smaller footprint |
Handling safety | Low irritation; no inhalation hazard | Dust can irritate eyes/airways → local exhaust & PPE required |
Typical use level (finished formula) | 3–12 % as-supplied (gives 1–4 % actives) | 1–4 % as-supplied (gives same actives) |
Dissolution | Instantly disperses, even in cold water | Needs slow addition to vortex at ≥40 °C or pre-wetting with glycerin/propylene glycol |
Ideal product formats | Shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, baby wash, micellar waters | Solid shampoo bars, syndet bars, cleansing powders, water-free pastes, tablet cleansers, concentrated liquid bases to be diluted by consumer |
Cost structure | Lower price per kg, but pay for water; higher warehousing | Higher €/kg, but lower cost per active & lower transport/storage fees |
Formulation impact | Naturally contributes chloride for salt-curve thickening; can thin if over-used | No salt—gives formulator full control over viscosity build; demands separate electrolyte source if needed |
Choosing the Right Form
When Liquid CAPB Makes Life Easier ?
-
Standard liquid cleansers: One-step dilution into the surfactant phase; effortless cold-process manufacturing.
-
pH-sensitive actives: The built-in buffer of the aqueous solution minimizes local pH spikes during addition.
-
High-turnover factories: Pumpable drums or IBCs integrate with existing CIP systems; no dust containment required.
-
Low CAPEX operations: No need for powder handling equipment or heated vessels (beyond standard surfactant tanks).
When Powder CAPB Shines ?
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Water-free or low-water concepts: Shampoo bars, syndet bars, and cleansing tablets where every gram counts.
-
Sustainability claims: Reduced transport emissions and plastic—easy to market as a “concentrated” or “solid” format.
-
Leave-on wipes & powders: Minimal added water lowers microbial risk and enables preservative-free claims.
-
Formulation flexibility: Because there’s no added salt, you can design bespoke rheology systems (acrylates, cellulose gums) without the risk of salt-thickening interference.
Practical Formulation Tips
Scenario | Key Tips |
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Liquid CAPB in classic shampoo | 1. Charge water to tank, start mixing.2. Add anionic surfactant (e.g., SLES).3. Add CAPB slowly; watch viscosity “salt-curve”.4. Adjust pH 5.5 with citric acid; finish with fragrance & preservative. |
Powder CAPB in shampoo bar | 1. Melt fatty alcohols/butters 70 - 75 °C.2. Premix powdered CAPB with SCI or SLSa to reduce dust.3. Add surfactant blend to molten base; mix until homogeneous.4. Cool to < 45 °C, press or pour into molds. |
Clear facial wash concentrate (powder-in-liquid dilution) | 1. Prepare 40 % glycerin + 5 % propanediol solution at 50 °C.2. Disperse powder CAPB until clear; no salt yet.3. Top up with demin water, adjust pH 5.5.4. Add NaCl incrementally to reach target viscosity. |
Decision Checklist
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End-format – Liquid wash ➜ liquid CAPB; solid or concentrated ➜ powder CAPB.
-
Factory setup – Pumps & IBCs ➜ liquid; dust-handling & blending ➜ powder.
-
Sustainability story – Powder scores better on transport & water-free claims.
-
Cost per active – Powder wins on freight/storage; liquid wins on raw-kg price.
-
Rheology control – Need salt-free base? powder. Want built-in salt for quick thickening? liquid.
Usage: For skin or hair cleansing products
Mixing method: mixed in water, can withstand heat. Provides the most foam when in a formula with pH 7.0.
Usage rate: 1-20%
Product characteristics: solid powder
Solubility: Can dissolve in water
Storage: Can be stored at room temperature. But close the bottle cap tightly. Then completely protected from sunlight or heat. The product has a minimum shelf life of 2 years.
INCI Name : Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Dry Matters > 97%, Amphoteric
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