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Schercodine™ C amido-amine

Schercodine™ C amido-amine is a naturally derived, cationic surfactant. It is an effective conditioner in hair and skin care products. It is 98% active as a clear liquid tertiary amine. It is used in pH 3.4–4.4 formulations as a quaternary ammonium salt conditioner. It is used to replace quaternary cationic surfactants in rinse-off conditioners. It provides excellent wet combing and wet sensory. Common protonating acids are lactic, aspartic, citric, and glutamic acids.

Brand: Schercodine™ (2 products)

INCI Name: Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Functions: Conditioner, Emulsifier, Sensory Additive, Surfactant, Surfactant (Cationic)

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China)

Benefit Claims: Conditioning, Emulsifying, Foaming, Good Wet Combing, Hair Softening, Sensory Enhancement, Suppleness

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Conditioner,
Emulsifier,
Sensory Additive,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Cationic)
CAS No.
68140-01-2
EC No.
268-771-8, 930-947-3
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Sensory Modifiers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Cationic Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Conditioning,
Emulsifying,
Foaming,
Good Wet Combing,
Hair Softening,
Sensory Enhancement,
Suppleness
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Naturally Derived,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Product Attributes

SchercodineTM C amido-amine is 98% actives clear liquid tertiary amine. It is used in pH 3.4-4.4 formulation as quaternary ammonium salt as a conditioner. It is used to replace quaternary cationic surfactants in rinse-off conditioners.

Key Attributes
  • Cationic emulsifier
  • Cationic surfactant at pH 3.4-4.4
  • Coconut oil-derived
  • Conditioning agent
  • Good foaming
  • Improves wet combing
  • Improves wet sensory
  • Lowers hair dry friction
  • Naturally derived

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Application Format
Rinse Off
Hair Care Applications
Hair Color,
Hair Conditioner,
Shampoos & Rinses

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Amber
Odor
Slight Ammonia
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Random Coil Indexmin. 0.50--
Acid Valuemax. 4MgKOH/gASTM D 1980
Colormax. 4GardnerASTM D 1544
Alkali Value (Perchlorate)165 - 180mg/gASTM D 2896

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
CFDA Compliant (China)

Storage & Handling

Storage

Store in closed containers above 65°F (18°C). Do not freeze. Material should be heated to 86-95°F (30-35°C) before use. Do not heat above 122°F (50°C) during the heating process.

Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.