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Amidex™ LIPA surfactant

Amidex™ LIPA surfactant is a naturally derived ingredient that serves as a viscosity builder, foam enhancer, and stabilizer. It is commonly used in shower gels, shampoos, hand soaps, skin cleansers, and other cleansing products to achieve a tight, dense, and luxurious foam. Amidex™ LIPA surfactant can be used as a replacement for DEA amides and MEA amides at a 75% use level, providing an effective alternative for formulators.

Brand: Amidex™ (3 products)

INCI Name: Lauramide MIPA

Functions: Cleansing Agent, Foam Booster, Stabilizer, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic), Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: DEA-free, Naturally Derived, Sulfate-free

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China)

Benefit Claims: Cleansing, Compatibility, Creamy Texture, Excellent Stability, Foam Enhancement, Improves Clarity, Luxurious Skin-Feel, Rich Feel, Self-Preserving, Stabilizing, Viscosity Boosting, Volumizing

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Lauramide MIPA
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Cleansing Agent,
Foam Booster,
Stabilizer,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic),
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
CAS No.
142-54-1
EC No.
205-541-8
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Rheology Modifiers,
Stabilizers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Nonionic Surfactants
Nature Based Materials

Palm Kernel (Elaeis Guineensis) - Indonesia/Malaysia

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Cleansing,
Compatibility,
Creamy Texture,
Excellent Stability,
Foam Enhancement,
Improves Clarity,
Luxurious Skin-Feel,
Rich Feel,
Self-Preserving,
Stabilizing,
Viscosity Boosting,
Volumizing
Labeling Claims
DEA-free,
Naturally Derived,
Sulfate-free
Product Highlights
  • Coconut diethanolamide and coconut monoethanolamide formulating alternative
  • Compatible with anionic, nonionic and amphoteric surfactants
  • Diethanolamine is not known or expected to be present in this product
  • Ester ratios optimized to provide excellent formulation clarity
  • Naturally derived
  • Stable foaming properties within a pH range of 5-12

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care,
Other Beauty & Care,
Skin Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene,
Other Personal Hygiene Applications
Application Format
Creams,
Gel,
Rinse Off
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash,
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications
Hand Soap,
Intimate Hygiene Products
Skin Care Applications
Facial Cleanser,
Shaving Cream,
Shaving Foam,
Skin Cleanser

Properties

Physical Form
Flakes,
Solid
Appearance
Yellow
Odor
Slight fatty
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Amine (Free)max. 2%ACM-1
Colormax. 4VCSACM-33
Fatty Acid (Free)max. 2%ACM-3
pH (at 1%)11 - 8-ACM-23

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
CFDA Compliant (China)
Regulatory status

China compliant

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • Store in closed containers below 86°F (30°C) in a dry storage place and out of direct sunlight. Protect from extreme cold and hot temperatures. Add flaked product to batch heated to 140-158°F (60-70°C) with good agitation and mixing until flakes have melted. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.
  • Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture