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BABASSUAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE.

Valuable CAS 223704-95-8 / ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

A sophisticated, plant-derived amphoteric surfactant sourced from Babassu oil that provides exceptionally gentle cleansing and conditioning. It is engineered to replace harsher sulfates while maintaining a rich lather and improving the skin's tactile feel through its antistatic properties.

Summary

Surfactant Cleansing Agent Conditioning Agent Antistatic Foam Booster Viscosity Controlling

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a zwitterionic molecule, it carries both positive and negative charges, allowing it to reduce water surface tension and emulsify impurities without stripping the lipid barrier. It exhibits pH-dependent behavior, providing enhanced conditioning effects in slightly acidic environments while remaining compatible with a broad range of surfactant classes.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 1.5–30%
Optimal

3%

Key findings

  1. 01 A 20-month dermal evaluation of chemical analogues confirmed no carcinogenic potential at 0.09%.
  2. 02 Quantitative risk assessments (QRA) established a safety threshold of 1.5% to 3.0% for leave-on products to prevent sensitization.
  3. 03 Repeat insult patch testing (HRIPT) at 3.0% concentration demonstrated zero sensitization potential when formulated correctly.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
1.5%
Red flag below
0.5%

While often used as a secondary surfactant, concentrations below 1.5% in leave-on products may offer negligible conditioning benefits. In wash-off products, it is typically used at higher levels to ensure effective cleansing.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 5 – 7.5
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable across a pH range of 4.0 to 9.0, though performance is optimized between 5.0 and 7.5. It becomes more cationic and conditioning at lower pH levels.

Synergies

  • Anionic surfactants
  • Cationic surfactants
  • Non-ionic surfactants

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Extremely high oil-load formulations (may inhibit foam)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
3%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Safe for use up to 3% in leave-on applications. Wash-off products are safe up to 30%. Manufacturing must ensure impurities like DMAPA and amidoamine remain below 0.01% and 0.5% respectively.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

An excellent, low-irritancy surfactant that bridges the gap between effective cleansing and skin-barrier preservation.

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