TOMAMINE® Amphoteric 400

TOMAMINE® Amphoteric 400 Surfactant is an extremely low foaming iminodipropionate amphoteric supplied as a 50% solution of the partial sodium salt. TOMAMINE® Amphoteric 400 Surfactant is designed for use in hard surface alkaline or acid cleaning formulations where no foam is desired. It is compatible with anionic, non-ionic, and cationic surfactants.

Typical Applications

  • Low foam alkaline and acid cleaners
  • Mechanical dish wash detergents
  • Steam cleaners
  • Laundry detergents
  • “Scrub Vac” rug cleaners
  • Defoamer in latex paints
  • Clean-in-place and spray detergents
  • Alkaline paint strippers
  • Acid bowl cleaners
  • Leather lubrication

Benefits at a glance

  • Very low foam
  • Excellent stability in acids, alkali, and concentrated electrolytes
  • Compatible in non-ionic, cationic, and anionic systems
  • Good coupling properties
  • Brine stable

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