Incromine Oxide C

Description

Incromine Oxide C, also known as Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, is a surfactant commonly used in personal care and household cleaning products. It’s a clear to pale yellow liquid derived from coconut oil and functions as a foaming agent, helping to remove dirt and impurities. It’s also a conditioning agent, rheology modifier, and bodying agent.
Key Characteristics and Uses:
Surfactant: Lowers surface tension to aid in cleaning.
Foaming Agent: Creates a voluminous, lacy foam.
Conditioning Agent: Improves the feel and manageability of hair and skin.
Rheology Modifier: Affects the flow and thickness of formulations.
Bodying Agent: Adds viscosity and texture to products.
Widely used in: Shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, facial cleansers, dishwashing liquids, and surface cleaners.
Properties: Readily biodegradable.
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid.
Odor: Slightly ammoniacal.
Other Names: Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, CAS Number: 68155-09-9.
Specific Applications:
Acid-balanced shampoos and conditioners: Croda Pharma uses it in formulations.
Bath products: Croda Pharma uses it in formulations.
Dishwashing liquids: Croda Home Care uses it in formulations.
Hard surface cleaning products: Croda Home Care uses it in formulations.
Industrial and institutional cleaning products: Croda Home Care uses it in formulations.