COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE- ▸ Foam booster: Enhances foam volume and stability in cleansing systems
- ▸ Mildness modifier: Reduces irritation potential of anionic surfactant blends
- ▸ Viscosity control: Supports thickening of surfactant formulations
- ▸ Household & personal care: Co-surfactant in shampoos, washes, and cleaners
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Cocamidopropyl betaine, an amphoteric surfactant (CAS 61789-40-0), typically supplied as an approximately 35% active aqueous solution. Functions as a secondary surfactant, foam booster, and mildness/viscosity modifier compatible with anionic primary surfactants. Used in shampoos, body washes, and household and institutional cleaners.
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU):
- EC number: 263-058-8
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Solutions Using This Product
Process-solution guides on this site that specify this chemistry:
- Body Wash Surfactant & Lather Systems (Beauty & Personal Care)
- Carpet & Upholstery Care Concentrate (Shampoo / Extraction) (Home & Industrial Care)
- Mild Surfactants & Soothing Actives for Scalp (Beauty & Personal Care)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is coco betaine used for?
Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB, CAS 61789-40-0), often supplied as a ~35% active aqueous solution, is an amphoteric secondary surfactant. It is used as a foam booster, viscosity modifier, and mildness modifier alongside anionic primary surfactants in shampoos, body washes, and household and institutional cleaners.
Is coco betaine the same as cocamidopropyl betaine?
In commercial supply they are usually used interchangeably for the ~35% active cocamidopropyl betaine solution. Strictly by INCI, 'coco-betaine' and 'cocamidopropyl betaine' are distinct structures, so confirm the exact INCI and CAS on the CoA for your formulation.
What is the difference between betaine and coco betaine?
Betaine (trimethylglycine) is a small non-surfactant osmolyte/humectant, while coco betaine is a coconut-chain amphoteric surfactant. The two share the betaine name but differ entirely in molecular size and function.
What active concentration and packaging does bulk cocobetaine ship in?
RawSource supplies cocamidopropyl betaine at approximately 35% active as an aqueous solution in drums, IBC totes, and bulk. Request a CoA and SDS with your quote to confirm active content, pH, and salt level.
What is the cost of bulk cocamidopropyl betaine?
Pricing varies with volume, active concentration, packaging, and destination. Submit an RFQ with your target volume for a current bulk quote — we do not publish list pricing.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Cocobetaine, CAPB)?
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Cocobetaine, CAPB) (CAS 61789-40-0) is subject to U.S. TSCA Inventory requirements; supplying it into the EU requires valid REACH registration ((EC) No 1907/2006). RawSource cannot verify a third-party supplier's registrations — buyers should require documented TSCA and REACH compliance for their jurisdiction and volume (EC 263-058-8).