Macat® Ultra LMDO is a 30% active lauryl (C12) amidopropyl dimethylamine oxide in water, functioning as an effective wetting agent, outstanding foam booster, grease cutter, and low pH thickener for use across various markets and applications.

INCI Name: Lauramidopropylamine Oxide

Chemical Name: Lauramidopropyl Amine Oxide

CAS Number: 61792-31-2

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
HII Features
Product Benefits

Generally, alkyl (C12 range) amine oxide surfactants are bleach stable, mild, high foaming nonionic wetting agents with performance unaffected by pH or water hardness. When compared to Macat® AO-12, Macat® Ultra LMDO is slightly milder, offers greater foam stability at elevated temperatures, better hydrotrope performance and has higher molecular weight, broader alkyl distribution, and different internal amide linkage.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Hair Care Applications
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Product Applications

The exceptional quality of Macat® ULTRA LMDO allows for use in a wide range of markets and applications. In personal care, Macat® ULTRA LMDO can be used in hair shampoos, conditioners, and rinses as a conditioning agent/surfactant. Quality dishwash detergents utilize Macat® ULTRA LMDO for its mildness, high foam, grease cutting and rinsing performance. HI&I cleaners formulations employ Macat® ULTRA LMDO for detergency, foam boosting and low pH thickening.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Content30wt%-
Free Aminemax. 1.0wt%-
Free Peroxidemax. 0.5wt%-
pH (at 10% Solution)6.0 - 9.0--

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Supplied by
Packaging Information

Macat® ULTRA LMDO is available in 450 lb. poly drums.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage and Handling Information

Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and observe good industrial hygiene practices. Keep containers closed when not in use. Avoid overheating or freezing.