Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Solvay Mackam CL-182 Amphoteric Surfactant

Solvay Mackam CL-182 is a high-purity amphoteric surfactant from the Mackam® series, offering excellent foaming, mildness, and compatibility with anionic and cationic systems. Widely used in personal care formulations like shampoos and body washes, it enhances viscosity, stabilizes foam, and delivers skin-friendly performance under varied pH conditions.
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Features Of Solvay Mackam CL-182 Amphoteric Surfactant

  1. Excellent foaming and foam-stabilizing properties across a broad pH range (pH 3–11).

  2. High compatibility with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants—ideal for complex formulation systems.

  3. Mildness to skin and mucous membranes, supporting use in personal care products requiring low irritation potential.

  4. Effective viscosity builder and synergistic co-surfactant in sulfate-based cleansers.

  5. Biodegradable and compliant with major international regulatory frameworks including OECD 301 series.

Typical Applications Of Solvay Mackam CL-182 Amphoteric Surfactant

  1. Shampoos and body washes requiring rich lather and gentle cleansing action.

  2. Facial cleansers and baby care formulations where mildness and sensory performance are critical.

  3. Oral care products including toothpastes and mouth rinses for improved foam stability and compatibility with fluoride actives.

  4. Industrial and institutional cleaning solutions requiring hard water tolerance and corrosion inhibition.

  5. Wet wipes and leave-on skincare emulsions leveraging its conditioning and solubilizing capabilities.

Specifications Of Solvay Mackam CL-182 Amphoteric Surfactant

Chemical TypeCocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB)-based amphoteric surfactant
Product FormClear to slightly opalescent viscous liquid
AppearancePale yellow to light amber liquid
Active Content (as-is)≥30% w/w
pH (10% aqueous solution)5.0–7.0
SolubilityFreely soluble in water; miscible with common polar organic solvents
Primary ApplicationsPersonal care cleansing, cosmetic emulsification, mild industrial cleaners
Key FeaturesMildness, foam enhancement, pH versatility, electrolyte tolerance


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