Calamide® MC is a white to off-white, 1:1 coconut monoethanolamide flake. It is a low free amine product and a substitute for diethanolamides. Calamide® MC builds viscosity in a range of detergent systems and also serves as a foam stabilizer.

Chemical Name: Cocamide MEA

CAS Number: 68140-00-1

Chemical Family: Alkanolamides

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, From Renewable Resources, Naturally Derived

Synonyms: CMEA, Coco ethanolamides, Cocoamide MEA, Coconut oil monoethanolamide, Coconut triethanolamide

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
HII Features
Product Benefits
  • Calamide® MC is biodegradable and derived from a renewable vegetable resource.
  • Calamide® MC has exceptional high pH stability, foam stability and foam boosting properties. Calamide® MC provides excellent viscosity building.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Home Care Applications
Product Applications
  • Shampoos.
  • Body Wash.
  • Bubble Baths.
  • Liquid Soaps.
  • Laundry Detergents.
  • Hair Conditioners.

Properties

Physical Form
Dispersible in
Hot Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Free Monoethanolaminemax. 3%-
Free Fatty Acidmax. 0.5wt%-
Density8.7lbs/gal-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity0.95--
Boiling Point126.7°C-
Molecular Weight243--
Melting Point63°C-
pH (at 1% water solution)8 - 10--
Bulk Density8.7lb/gal-
Dispersible inWater--
AppearanceFlakes--
OdorMild soapy--
Flash PointNone to decomposition-Cleveland Open Cup
Physical StateSolid--
Physical StatePowder flakes--
ColorWhite to off-white--

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Supplied by
Packaging Information

Calamide® MC is available in 200 lb / 90 kg fiber drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling Information

Do not store in presence of strong oxidizing agents. Keep container closed when not in use to prevent moisture collection in the headspace. Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not get in eyes. Avoid skin and clothing contact.