CAPB
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Test Description | Test Method | Unit of Measure | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Visual Inspection | — | Clear to Slightly Yellow Viscous Liquid |
| Active Matter | Applicable Standard | % | 29.0 – 32.0 |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Applicable Standard | % | As per Grade |
| Sodium Chloride | Applicable Standard | % | 4.0 – 7.0 |
| pH (10% Solution) | pH Meter | — | 5.0 – 7.0 |
| Free Amine | Applicable Standard | % | 0.5 Max |
| Chloroacetic Acid / Related Impurities | Applicable Standard | ppm | As per Grade |
| Viscosity | Brookfield Viscometer | cP | As per Grade |
| Specific Gravity | Density Measurement | g/cm³ | 1.03 – 1.05 |
| Colour | Visual Inspection | — | Clear to Pale Yellow |
| Odour | Organoleptic Test | — | Characteristic |
| Foaming | Applicable Standard | — | Good |
CAPB APPLICATIONS
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB) is a mild amphoteric surfactant widely used for its cleansing, foam-boosting and formulation properties in personal care and selected cleaning products.
Shampoo & Hair Care
Used as a mild amphoteric surfactant and foam booster in shampoo and hair-care formulations.
Body Wash & Shower Gel
Helps provide gentle cleansing and rich, stable foam in shower and body-wash products.
Liquid Hand Wash
Used to improve cleansing, foam and mildness in liquid hand-wash formulations.
Facial Cleansers
Used in mild cleansing formulations where good skin compatibility and foam performance are required.
Baby & Mild Cleansing Products
Used in selected mild cleansing products because of its compatibility with other surfactants.
Household & Institutional Cleaning
Used as a surfactant and foam booster in selected household and institutional cleaning formulations.