Cocamide Diethanolamine (CDEA) is a nonionic surfactant commonly used as a foam booster, viscosity enhancer and stabilizing agent in detergent, cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
It is widely added to shampoos, shower gels, liquid soaps, hand-washing products and foam-bath formulations to improve foam density, enhance product texture and help achieve the desired viscosity. CDEA can also support the emulsification of oils and other formulation ingredients, contributing to a more uniform and stable finished product.
In surfactant-based formulations, CDEA is often combined with anionic surfactants such as SLES and LABSA derivatives. This combination can improve foam stability, product consistency and overall cleaning performance.
CDEA is suitable for manufacturers seeking a versatile formulation ingredient for thickening, foam enhancement and emulsion stabilization. Its exact appearance, concentration and technical properties may vary according to the supplied grade and manufacturer.
