ROKAmid RAD (Rapamide DEA)

ROKAmid RAD is a less common co-surfactant compared to Cocamide DEA, yet it has better thickening properties. In preparations containing anionic surfactants, ROKAmid RAD acts as a rheology modifier, i.e. a thickener that improves consistency by creating the so-called mixed micelles. It is very effective even in low concentrations. Moreover, in the mixture with anionic surfactants it forms a dense and stable foam both at high and low temperatures. As a washing agent, it removes impurities from the skin and hair surface.

ROKAmid RAD is used as a re-lubricating agent in washing preparations. The washing process removes, among other things, fatty substances, which is why lubricants such as ROKAmid RAD are used to restore the lipid barrier.

In addition, the product has antistatic and emulsifying properties - it is a coemulsifier supporting the emulsifier responsible for producing the emulsion. Due to its synergy with anionic surfactants, ROKAmid RAD is added to concrete admixtures, especially in difficult applications where it improves the aeration level. This non-ionic surfactant can be successfully used in industrial cleaning products together with other non-ionic degreasing agents, e.g. in the oil industry.

Due to its form and water dispersibility, ROKAmid RAD can act as a lubricant in the production of plastic parts based on polyethylene and polypropylene. Its antistatic properties enable its use in the production process of plastics. In combination with metallic salts, it forms an antistatic additive for foamed polystyrene and impact-resistant polystyrene mixtures. The product is used in water-borne, semi-synthetic and synthetic coolants for metalworking and in polishing agents.

The liquid form of ROKAmid RAD facilitates product handling (storage, transport, dosing). It also makes it possible to prepare formulations without the need to heat up the substances, which is particularly important in the case of active formulation components that are sensitive to high temperatures.