Description

Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide is a high-purity, amphoteric imidazolium-based surfactant and specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique combination of cationic and anionic functionality, offering excellent surface activity, emulsification, and compatibility in complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, textile processing, and specialty chemical synthesis industries seeking advanced performance additives.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a mild surfactant, emulsifier, and conditioning agent in shampoos, body washes, and skin cleansers.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a softener, leveling agent, and antistatic agent in dyeing and finishing processes for synthetic and natural fibers.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Serves as a key component in formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial cleaning solutions to protect ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR): Employed as a specialty surfactant to alter wettability and reduce interfacial tension in chemical flooding operations.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Functions as a debonding agent, softener, and processing aid in tissue and towel production.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of more complex ionic liquids and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific solubility profiles.
• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a dispersant and wetting agent to improve pigment stability and application properties in aqueous systems.
• Biocide & Preservative Synergist: Enhances the efficacy of antimicrobial formulations in industrial and institutional applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide
CAS No.	14350-94-8
Molecular Formula	C17H31N2NaO4
Molecular Weight	350.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Cocoamphoacetate (related blend); Imidazolium compound, 1-(carboxymethyl)-4,5-dihydro-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-nonyl-, hydroxide, sodium salt; Amphoteric surfactant C17; 2-Nonyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-(carboxymethyl)-4,5-dihydroimidazolium hydroxide sodium salt; Sodium 2-nonyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-carboxymethylimidazolinium hydroxide; Ampholyt JA 140 (possible trade name); Miranol C2M-SF (possible trade name); Amphoteric imidazoline derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide adheres to a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, composition, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, pH, and moisture content are provided and available upon request. We support compliance with relevant global standards for industrial and cosmetic applications.

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 / 59-77°F). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and handling properties. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 40.0 %
pH (10% Solution)	8.0 - 10.0
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	Max. 2.0 %
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm

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