DMAMP™ ULTRA PC amino alcohol is a multifunctional additive for personal care applications. It is used as a neutralizer and stabilizer and provides rapid, effective and efficient neutralization. DMAMP ULTRA PC features the highest base strength of all ANGUS’ ULTRA PC products, making it particularly well suited for permanent and semi-permanent hair colorants.
DMAMP ULTRA PC is a high-efficiency neutralizing agent for acid-functional raw materials used across a wide range of applications, including:
- Body Wash and Personal Cleansers
- Facial Cleansers
- Hair Bleaching Products
- Hair Styling
- Oxidative Hair Colorants
- Semi-Permanent Hair Colorants
- Skin Care
- Sun Care
- Form Liquid
- Purity (wt%, min) 99
- Secondary amines (wt%) <0.5
- Nitrosamine content (ppb) <50
- Molecular weight (g) 117
- Amine value (mg KOH/g) 383
- Water (wt%) 20%
- Color (APHA) —
- pKa @ 20°C 10.2
- Solubility in water (20°C) Miscible
*Values shown are typical properties and are not to be considered product specifications. Test methods available upon request.
Product Benefits
- Rapid, efficient neutralization
- Low odor, low color, non-yellowing in formulation
- High base strength; provides excellent alkalizing performance
- Lower odor alternative to ammonia in hair colorants
- Reduced hair damage compared to ammonia or MEA when used in hair colorants
- Reduced irritancy compared to MEA
- Excellent color deposition and color fastness
- Superior gray coverage
- Broad compatibility with many personal care ingredients
- Exceptional formulating latitude
DMAMP ULTRA PC amino alcohol is compliant with the industry’s most stringent standards and regulations worldwide, including:
- U.S. Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act
- European Union Regulation No. 1223/2009
- ASEAN 2008 Cosmetic Directive (annex updated March 2013)
- Brazil ANVISA Mercosur Resolution on Personal Hygiene Products and Cosmetics
- Mexico: not included in the List of Prohibited and Restricted Substances in Perfumes and Cosmetics
