{"product_id":"cmea-coco-monoethanolamide","title":"CMEA – Coco Monoethanolamide | Thickeners , Cleanser \u0026 Surfactant","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFoam Booster \u0026amp; Viscosity Builder for Shampoo and Liquid Cleansers\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCMEA (Coco Monoethanolamide \/ Cocamide MEA)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a nonionic surfactant-related formulation ingredient widely used in \u003cstrong\u003eshampoos, body washes, hand washes and other liquid cleansing products\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is primarily used as a \u003cstrong\u003efoam booster, foam stabiliser and viscosity builder\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping produce richer, more stable lather while improving the body and consistency of compatible surfactant formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCMEA is particularly useful alongside primary surfactants in formulations where a \u003cstrong\u003ethicker texture and richer foam profile\u003c\/strong\u003e are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShampoo • Body Wash • Hand Wash • Shower Gel • Face Cleansers • Liquid Cleansers • Personal Care Formulations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/4923\/8457\/files\/SURF-CMEA-INF_e01cf2f1-6bee-4a24-ab17-5d325f7ddf72.png?v=1787123294\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically white to off-white \u003cstrong\u003ewaxy flakes, beads, pellets or solid mass\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the commercial grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMild characteristic fatty\/coconut-like odour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot readily soluble in cold water. Generally \u003cstrong\u003emelted\/dispersed into a heated surfactant or formulation system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Solubility and processing behaviour depend on the commercial grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically \u003cstrong\u003e24 months\u003c\/strong\u003e from the date of manufacture when stored correctly in the original tightly closed container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFoam booster • Foam stabiliser • Viscosity builder • Secondary surfactant\/formulation aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoosts Foam\u003c\/strong\u003e — Helps improve the richness and density of lather in compatible surfactant systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStabilises Lather\u003c\/strong\u003e — Helps foam remain fuller and more persistent during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilds Viscosity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Can help thicken suitable shampoo and liquid cleanser formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproves Product Body\u003c\/strong\u003e — Helps create a richer, more substantial product texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with Surfactant Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Useful as a secondary ingredient alongside suitable primary cleansing surfactants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSafety Information\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003ecosmetic and formulation use only\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not ingest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid direct contact of concentrated raw material with eyes. In case of accidental eye contact, rinse thoroughly with clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid unnecessary prolonged skin contact with concentrated material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf handling flakes, granules or powdered material, avoid generating or inhaling dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse suitable protective gloves and good formulation practices when handling raw materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExercise caution when handling \u003cstrong\u003eheated formulations and molten CMEA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse clean, dry equipment and protect the raw material from contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore tightly closed in a \u003cstrong\u003ecool, dry place protected from moisture, direct sunlight and excessive heat\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safety and suitability of the \u003cstrong\u003efinished cosmetic product depend on the complete formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e, not CMEA alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFAQs\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What is CMEA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCMEA commonly refers to \u003cstrong\u003eCocamide MEA (Coco Monoethanolamide)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a coconut fatty-acid-derived ingredient used mainly as a foam booster, foam stabiliser and viscosity builder in cleansing formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What is CMEA mainly used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is commonly used in \u003cstrong\u003eshampoos, hand washes, body washes, shower gels and other liquid cleansing products\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Is CMEA a surfactant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCMEA is a \u003cstrong\u003enonionic surfactant\/foam-boosting formulation ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e, generally used alongside primary cleansing surfactants rather than as the sole cleanser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Does CMEA increase foam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Foam boosting and foam stabilisation are among its major uses in compatible surfactant formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. 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