What is Cocamide MEA CAS 68140-00-1?

Cocamide MEA, also called coconut monoethanolamide or CMEA, is a nonionic alkanolamide surfactant made from coconut fatty acids and monoethanolamine. It has CAS 68140-00-1 and EC 268-770-2, and is normally supplied as white to light yellow flakes, pellets, or solid material.

What does Cocamide MEA do in cleansing products?

It is used mainly as a foam booster, foam stabilizer, viscosity builder, and wetting aid. In shampoo, body wash, shower gel, hand wash, and liquid soap, it helps improve foam richness, foam stability, and product texture without acting as the sole primary cleanser.

How is Cocamide MEA different from Cocamide DEA?

Cocamide MEA is the monoethanolamide, while Cocamide DEA is the diethanolamide. They are related alkanolamides with similar formulation functions, but different raw-material chemistry and regulatory considerations, so they should not be treated as directly interchangeable without checking the target formulation and market requirements.

What physical form and melting behavior should be expected?

It is commonly a solid or flake material with a melting point around 60-75 degrees C depending on the coconut fatty acid distribution and grade. Many formulations require warm mixing or dissolution in a surfactant/alcohol system, so the processing temperature and addition order should be confirmed.

Which Cocamide MEA specifications should be checked?

Useful checks include appearance, melting range, active amide content, free amine or amine value, acid value, free fatty acid, moisture or volatiles, and color. These values vary by grade, so the supplier specification should be matched to the target cleansing formulation and viscosity requirement.

Cocamide MEA (CMEA) CAS 68140-00-1

Cocamide MEA (CMEA), also called coconut monoethanolamide, CAS 68140-00-1, a nonionic surfactant supplied as a solid or flake, is positioned for foam boosting, thickening, and mild cleansing in personal-care and detergent formulations. Confirm the required grade and specification, then request a quotation with COA/TDS/SDS for bulk supply.

CAS: 68140-00-1
Synonyms: Cocamide MEA; Coconut Monoethanolamide; Coconut Oil Monoethanolamide; Coco Monoethanolamide; CMEA.
Einecs: 268-770-2
Grade: Industrial / personal care / detergent grade
Package: Standard export packaging

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Product Description

Cocamide MEA (CMEA) CAS 68140-00-1 is a nonionic surfactant with EC 268-770-2.

Synonyms: Coconut monoethanolamide; Coconut oil monoethanolamide; Coco monoethanolamide; CMEA.

CAS: 68140-00-1.

Molecular formula: Not applicable (coconut fatty acid monoethanolamide mixture).

It is normally supplied as a waxy solid, flake, or paste depending on the grade.

It is produced from coconut fatty acids or coconut oil and monoethanolamine.

It is positioned as a nonionic foam booster, thickener, and secondary surfactant.

It is commonly used in shampoo, body wash, liquid soap, bubble bath, and related rinse-off cleansers.

It helps build dense foam and improve viscosity in anionic surfactant systems.

It can also be used in selected household and industrial detergent formulations.

Confirm active content, appearance, free amine, free fatty acid, color, and melting range for the chosen grade.

Check compatibility with the primary surfactant system, pH, and solubilizers or hydrotropes.

Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and heat.

Use appropriate PPE and prevent spills or contamination.

Confirm packaging suitable for the solid or flake form and order quantity, and follow the current SDS.

Every batch is checked for active content, appearance, free amine, free fatty acid, color, and melting range, with COA/TDS/SDS supplied per grade.

Confirm active content, appearance, packaging, and grade as required.

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FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
What is Cocamide MEA CAS 68140-00-1?

A: Cocamide MEA, also called coconut monoethanolamide or CMEA, is a nonionic alkanolamide surfactant made from coconut fatty acids and monoethanolamine. It has CAS 68140-00-1 and EC 268-770-2, and is normally supplied as white to light yellow flakes, pellets, or solid material.
Q:
What does Cocamide MEA do in cleansing products?

A: It is used mainly as a foam booster, foam stabilizer, viscosity builder, and wetting aid. In shampoo, body wash, shower gel, hand wash, and liquid soap, it helps improve foam richness, foam stability, and product texture without acting as the sole primary cleanser.
Q:
How is Cocamide MEA different from Cocamide DEA?

A: Cocamide MEA is the monoethanolamide, while Cocamide DEA is the diethanolamide. They are related alkanolamides with similar formulation functions, but different raw-material chemistry and regulatory considerations, so they should not be treated as directly interchangeable without checking the target formulation and market requirements.
Q:
What physical form and melting behavior should be expected?

A: It is commonly a solid or flake material with a melting point around 60-75 degrees C depending on the coconut fatty acid distribution and grade. Many formulations require warm mixing or dissolution in a surfactant/alcohol system, so the processing temperature and addition order should be confirmed.
Q:
Which Cocamide MEA specifications should be checked?

A: Useful checks include appearance, melting range, active amide content, free amine or amine value, acid value, free fatty acid, moisture or volatiles, and color. These values vary by grade, so the supplier specification should be matched to the target cleansing formulation and viscosity requirement.

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