Cocamide MIPA is a mixture of isopropanolamides of coconut acid. It acts as a surfactant, foam booster, viscosity controller, and emulsifier in personal care products. It may be available as a white to pale yellow solid.
Products with COCAMIDE MIPA
With samples available
STEPANBLEND® FF40
by Stepan Company
- Sustainable option
- Support available
- Original documents
JANONIS CMIPA
by Hangzhou Jarsin Chemical Technology
What is COCAMIDE MIPA used for?
Cocamide MIPA is an emulsifier, and surfactant that controls viscosity, boosts foam, and also helps in stabilizing the product.
- Hair care: It is found in shampoos, hair dyes, conditioners, dandruff treatments. In shampoo, it works as a surfactant and foaming agent
- Toiletries: Body washes, bubble bath products, exfoliants/scrubs, cleansers, and liquid hand soaps
Origin
Cocamide MIPA is obtained by reacting coconut oil with monoisopropanolamine.
What does COCAMIDE MIPA do in a formulation?
EMULSIFYING|
EMULSION STABILISING|
FOAM BOOSTING|
FOAMING|
SURFACTANT|
VISCOSITY CONTROLLINGSafety Profile
It has been declared safe to use on the skin and does not harm the skin in any way. It has a low hazard rating from EWG (typically 1-2) with significantly lower concerns for irritation, sensitization, or nitrosamine formation compared to Cocamide DEA/MEA. It is well-tolerated at typical concentrations (1-10%), non-comedogenic, and suitable for sensitive, baby, and eye-area products. It is considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.
COCAMIDE MIPA alternatives
COCAMIDE MIPA technical profile
| Property | Values |
| Melting Point | 35°C |
| pH | 6.5 |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Viscosity | 10,000 cP |