| Characteristics |
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Appearance: Typically a solid waxy material that appears as pale yellow or
off-white flakes, though it can also be found as a clear to slightly yellow liquid
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Chemical type: A non-ionic surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty acids and
monoethanolamine. |
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Safety: Considered a safer alternative to chemicals like
CDEA as it does not produce nitrosamines. |
| Functions and uses |
| Foam booster: Creates a rich, dense, and stable foam in cleansing products. |
| Viscosity builder: Thickens products like liquid soaps, shampoos, and detergents. |
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Emulsifier: Helps to combine oil and water-based
ingredients into a stable mixture. |
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Stabilizer: Keeps ingredients from separating in a formulation.
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Emollient: Can provide a creamy feel and reduce the harshness
of other surfactants. |
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Applications: Found in a variety of products, including shampoos,
body washes, liquid soaps, hand wash, dishwashing liquids, and detergents. |
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