Indonesia Sunrise Industry Co., Ltd. leverages Indonesia's rich supply of premium palm and coconut oil resources to manufacture high-grade Coconut Diethanolamide (CDEA / Cocamide DEA) for the global personal care and cosmetics market.
Key Properties & Functions of CDEA
CDEA is a non-ionic surfactant synthesized through the reaction of natural coconut oil fatty acids with diethanolamine. In personal care formulations, it provides critical functional benefits:
Viscosity Enhancement: Increases the viscosity of aqueous systems, exhibiting exceptional synergetic thickening performance when combined with anionic surfactants (e.g., SLES).
Foam Boosting & Stabilization: Enhances foam volume while producing rich, dense, and long-lasting lather.
Emulsification & Anti-Static: Reduces oil-water interfacial tension to stabilize emulsions while reducing hair static for a smoother touch.
Mild Detergency: Provides effective grease emulsification and cleansing performance to remove scalp and skin impurities.
Industry Applications in Cosmetics & Personal Care
| Application Area | Role in Formulation | Recommended Usage | Key Benefits |
| Shampoos & Conditioners | Thickener, Foam Stabilizer, Softening Agent | 1.5% – 4.0% | Improves foam rich texture and leaves hair soft and manageable. |
| Body Washes & Bubble Baths | Foam Booster, Emulsion Stabilizer | 2.0% – 5.0% | Creates dense foam and prevents lipid phase separation. |
| Hand Washes & Facial Cleansers | Viscosity Modifier, Mild Cleanser | 1.0% – 3.0% | Enhances texture and flowability without drying out skin. |
| Pet Grooming Products | Heavy-Duty Cleanser, Anti-Static | 2.0% – 4.0% | Removes tough coat grease and leaves fur fluffy and combable. |
The Indonesia Sunrise Industry Advantage
Direct-from-Source Supply: Situated in Indonesia, benefiting from stable, cost-effective access to raw coconut oils.
Low Free DEA Content: Strictly monitored residual free diethanolamine levels to satisfy strict international cosmetic safety standards.
High Solubility & Stability: Highly soluble in water and surfactant blends, performing reliably across hard water conditions.
Formulation Guidelines
1. Incorporation: Add during the pre-mix or heating stage; warming to 60°C – 70°C accelerates dissolution and dispersion.
2. pH Range: Operates effectively within weak acid to weak alkaline systems (pH 5.5 – 9.0).
3. Safety & Regulatory: Highly suitable for rinse-off applications. Avoid formulating alongside nitrosating agents to prevent nitrosamine formation.
