BETAINES

CREATE MILD,
HIGH FOAMING CLEANSERS

Ideal for shampoo, body wash, bubble bath, and toothpaste

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Our MACKAM® betaines are perfect for mild, high foaming cleansers.

For more than 30 years, betaines have been the go-to foaming agent for increasing mildness, foam, and viscosity in surfactant systems. Betaines are highly recommended as cleansing agents in shampoos, face and body cleansers, and toothpaste.

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MACKAM® 50 ULB
MACKAM® 50 ULB

Cocamidopropyl Betaine​

MACKAM® 50 ULB is a high active grade of Cocamidopropyl Betaine made from a low colour and odour, vegetable feedstock. It is about 25% more concentrated than typical grades of CAPB which makes it hostile to microbial growth, eliminating the need for a preservative.

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MACKAM® BAB
MACKAM® BAB

Babassuamidopropyl Betaine​

MACKAM® BAB is a mild amphoteric surfactant that is derived from babassu oil that is grown organically in the Amazon basin of Brazil. It is stable over a wide pH range and it is compatible with anionic, nonionic and cationic surfactants.

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MACKAM® CB-35 & MACKAM® BBFLA
MACKAM® CB-35 & MACKAM® BBFLA

Coco-Betaine​

MACKAM® CB-35 is an alkyl betaine that is stable at acid /alkaline pH. It is biodegradable, improves overall foam quality, and helps improve formulation mildness in personal care applications.

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MACKAM® 35 UL HA & MACKAM® CAB 818U
MACKAM® 35 UL HA & MACKAM® CAB 818U

Cocamidopropyl Betaine​

MACKAM® 35 UL HA is a preservative-free grade of cocamidopropyl betaine with no unsaturation. It contributes outstanding viscosity-building and foam-boosting to personal care and industrial, home & hygiene formulations.

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Instant Foam Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Treatment

This sample formulation is made with mild cleansers, conditioners, and apple cider vinegar to promote healthy hair and scalp. Thanks to Mackam® CB-35, a coco-betaine, it instantly foams when pumped for easy application to cleanse, clarify, and hydrate your hair and scalp.

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