Lauric acid diethanolamide is a chemical compound belonging to the group of carboxylic acid amides and, at 48.2%, is the main component of cocamide diethanolamine.
Synthesis Lauric acid diethanolamide is produced by reacting lauric acid or lauric acid methyl ester with diethanolamine under alkaline solution conditions.
Application Lauric acid diethanolamide is used as an ingredient in cosmetic and personal care products. The compound functions as an antistatic agent, increases viscosity, and, in combination with other surfactants, improves foam texture in shampoos and bubble baths as an emulsifier and foaming agent. In mixtures with other emulsifiers such as sodium lauryl sulphate, amphoteric surfactants, and anionic surfactants, lauric acid diethanolamide can also be used as a cleaning and dispersing agent for oils and pesticides.
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