Lauryl betaine

CAS: 683-10-3

Overview

Lauryl betaine (CAS 683-10-3 ), also known as Culveram CDG, is a zwitterionic surfactant derived from lauric acid that functions as a mild cleanser and foam booster.

It acts as a conditioning agent across personal care, industrial, and water treatment applications. Its amphoteric character allows compatibility across a broad pH range for formulators.

In personal care, it is used in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers to boost foam density. It improves skin feel while reducing the harshness of anionic surfactant systems.

Water treatment formulators incorporate it as a biocidal and dispersing agent. It helps control microbial growth in process water and cooling tower systems effectively.

Industrial cleaning formulations use it for degreasing and emulsification. It is preferred where low irritation and biodegradability are procurement priorities for the manufacturer.

In food-contact and food-processing environments, it is selected for sanitizing applications. This is where residue profile and regulatory compliance are critical factors for safety.

Lauryl betaine is typically supplied as an aqueous solution, with active content commonly ranging from 30% to 35%. It is available in technical and cosmetic grades.

Cosmetic-grade material meets purity standards required for personal care registration. Bulk supply is standard in IBC containers and drums for industrial distribution.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point	414.52°C (rough estimate)
Density	1.04 g/mL at 20 °C
Color	White to Off-White
Form	Solid
Water Solubility	464g/L at 25℃
Vapor Pressure	16.796hPa at 21.1℃
Refractive Index	1.4545 (estimate)
Log P	0.07 at 25℃

Safety & Handling

Danger GHS05 GHS07 GHS08 GHS09 Hazard Statements H302 Harmful if swallowed H312 Harmful in contact with skin H315 Causes skin irritation H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 Causes serious eye damage H319 Causes serious eye irritation H371 May cause damage to organs H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400 Very toxic to aquatic life H401 Toxic to aquatic life H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P317 Get emergency medical help. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P391 Collect spillage. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P308+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P333+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

Storage Class	6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK (Germany)	1

Other Names

Industries

Food & Nutrition Water Treatment Personal Care & Cosmetics