Description

n-Tridecyl-2-Methyl-2-Hydroxyethylimidazolinium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound belonging to the imidazolinium class, valued for its cationic surfactant properties and efficacy as a biocide and corrosion inhibitor. This compound is particularly significant for its ability to provide long-lasting antimicrobial action and surface modification in demanding industrial environments. It is essential for manufacturers in sectors such as oilfield chemicals, industrial water treatment, personal care, and textile processing, where performance under harsh conditions is critical.

Application

• Oilfield & Drilling Fluids: Acts as a powerful biocide and corrosion inhibitor in water-based muds and completion fluids to control microbial-induced corrosion (MIC) and sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB).
• Industrial Water Treatment: Used in cooling towers, boilers, and process water systems for microbial control and as a scale and corrosion inhibitor.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a conditioning agent and preservative in hair care and skincare formulations due to its substantive properties to hair and skin.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Serves as a softener, antistatic agent, and dye-fixing auxiliary, providing a soft hand feel and improved fabric properties.
• Paints & Coatings: Incorporated as a fungicide and algicide in emulsion paints and coatings to prevent microbial growth on dried films.
• Household & Institutional Cleaners: Utilized as a disinfectant and sanitizing agent in hard surface cleaners for its broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Tridecyl-2-Methyl-2-Hydroxyethylimidazolinium Chloride
CAS No.	1301-19-5
Molecular Formula	C19H39ClN2O
Molecular Weight	346.98 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Tridecyl-2-methyl-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride; Tridecyl methyl hydroxyethyl imidazolinium chloride; Imidazolinium quaternary compound; C13 alkyl imidazoline quat; TDMHIC; 1-Tridecyl-2-methyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)imidazolinium chloride; 2-Methyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-tridecylimidazolinium chloride
EINECS	215-099-9

Quality Control

Our n-Tridecyl-2-Methyl-2-Hydroxyethylimidazolinium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 95.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	Max. 1.0%
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 8.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.