T-Soft® Amide 2C is a 100% active, detergent-grade coconut-based diethanolamine surfactant with a 2:1 modification. It is highly soluble in water, alcohols, and glycols and serves as an effective foam booster, stabilizer, fragrance oil solubilizer, and viscosity builder in detergent formulations. The product is naturally derived, biodegradable, and exhibits low aquatic toxicity.

Chemical Name: Cocamide DEA

CAS Number: 68603-42-9

Chemical Family: Ethanolamines

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Low Toxicity

Applicable Processes: Dye Leveling, Metal Cleaning, Metal Processing, Textile Scouring, Textile Sizing

Synonyms: Cocamide diethanolamine, Coco diethanolamides, Coco diethanolamine, Coco fatty acid diethanolamides, Coconut DEA, Coconut diethanolamides, Coconut oil diethanolamides, N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl) coco amides

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Applicable Processes
Applications Information
  • T Soft™ Amide 2C is used in water-based cleaning formulations along with anionic surfactants for enhanced foam control and viscosity response.
  • Can be used as a degreasing emulsifier and corrosion preventing lubricant used in metal cleaning and finishing processes.
  • Used in textile applications as an ingredient for scouring, dye leveling and sizing.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Appearance
Viscous Amber Liquid To Paste
Odor
Mild, Characteristic
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Activity100.0%-
Free Amine23.0 - 26.0%-
pH Value (1% Aqueous)8.5 - 10.5--
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.950 - 1.030--
Reactive Volatile Organic Compounds0%EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years
Storage Conditions
  • Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, out of direct sunlight.
  • Keep container tightly closed.
  • Store locked up.
  • Store away from incompatible materials.
  • Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.