H Care® LMA is a methyl ester-based amide and is a very effective foam stabilizer and thickening agent for anionic-based cleansers. It is a viscosity and foam booster as well as a hair conditioning agent and foam stabilizer. It can be used to make shampoos, bath products, and hand soaps.

INCI Name: Lauramide MEA

Functions: Conditioner, Foam Booster, Foam Stabilizer, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Benefit Claims: Foam Stability, Hair Conditioning, Improved Thickness

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Product Benefits

H Care® LMA is a viscosity and foam booster as well as a hair conditioning agent and foam stabilizer. It can be used to make shampoos, bath products, and hand soaps.

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Off white to light yellow flakes
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 4-Gardner
Free MEA Contentmax. 2%-
Amide Contentmin. 93%-
Free Fatty Acid Contentmax. 0.5%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

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.