Description

Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Undecyl-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide is a high-purity, amphoteric imidazolium-based surfactant and specialty chemical. This compound is valued for its unique combination of cationic and anionic functional groups, providing excellent surface activity, emulsification, and compatibility in demanding formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, textile processing, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking advanced performance additives.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a substantive conditioning agent, providing excellent detangling, softness, and manageability to hair.
• Skin Care Formulations: Used in creams and lotions as a mild surfactant and emulsifier with skin-conditioning properties.
• Fabric Softeners & Textile Auxiliaries: Imparts softness and antistatic properties to textiles and non-woven fabrics.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a key surfactant in hard-surface cleaners, offering good wetting and emulsification of oils.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier in synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Enhances the spreading and adhesion of pesticides and herbicides on plant surfaces.
• Paper Coating Additives: Improves fiber lubrication and sheet formation in paper manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Undecyl-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide
CAS No.	26837-33-2
Molecular Formula	C19H35N2NaO4
Molecular Weight	378.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Lauroamphoacetate; Sodium N-Lauryl-β-aminopropionate; Ampholak 7TX; Amphoteric 7; Miranol HM Conc.; Cocoamphoacetate; 1-Carboxymethyl-4,5-dihydro-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-undecyl-1H-imidazolium hydroxide, sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our production of Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Undecyl-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is tested against comprehensive specifications to ensure consistency, purity, and performance for your applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, active matter, pH, and color are available upon request and are provided with each shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 35%
pH (10% Solution)	8.0 - 9.5
Sodium Chloride	Max. 6.0%
Color (Gardner)	Max. 8
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure

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