Macat® MCO is a 30% active solution of myristyl/cetyl (C14/16) dimethylamine oxide in water. It provides viscosity control and acts as an outstanding foam booster and grease cutter, maintaining stability in chlorine and acidic environments.

Chemical Name: Amines, C12-18-alkyldimethyl, N-oxides

CAS Number: 68955-55-5

Chemical Family: Amine Oxides

Labeling Claims: CleanGredients (DfE)

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
HII Features
Labeling Claims
Product Advantages
  • Macat® MCO is compatible with nonionic, anionic, and cationic surfactants and is stable in acid and hypochlorite formulations.
  • Macat® MCO is CleanGredients® Listed, which means it has been pre-approved by the U.S. EPA to meet the criteria of their Safer Choice Standard. This certification may streamline the approval process for EPA’s Safer Choice program, getting a formulator’s Safer Choice labeled product to market faster.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Skin Care Applications
Product Applications
  • Macat® MCO is a multiuse nonionic surfactant.
  • Macat® MCO finds use in personal care formulations as a conditioning ingredient in creams and conditioner or as a foam booster in shampoos.
  • Macat® MCO offers foam boosting, detergency, wetting, grease cutting.
  • Macat® MCO offers viscosity control for use in many household, institutional, and industrial applications such as hard surface cleaners, dishwash detergents and drain openers and cleaners.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active30wt.%-
Free Hydrogen Peroxidemax. 0.3wt.%-
Free Aminemax. 1.0wt.%-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Freezing Point10°C-
Boiling Point100°C-
Molecular Weight268--
AppearanceClear--
Physical StateLiquid--
OdorMild--
Flash Pointmin. 93°C-
Miscible inWater--
ColorPale yellow to amber--

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Safety Measures
  • Prevent contact with skin and avoid contact with eyes.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling material.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
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Packaging Information

Macat® MCO is available in 450 lb. poly drums.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage Conditions
  • Keep containers closed when not in use.
  • Avoid overheating or freezing. Store at temperatures below 86°F.
  • If material is frozen, use mild heat (95°F) and agitation to ensure the material is homogenous before use.