Description

2-Undecylimidazoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the imidazoline class, valued for its surfactant and corrosion inhibition properties. Its unique structure, featuring a long undecyl hydrocarbon chain, provides excellent surface activity and compatibility with various formulations. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the oil & gas, agrochemical, and personal care industries seeking effective intermediates for emulsifiers, softeners, and inhibitors.

Application

• Corrosion Inhibitor: A key component in formulations for protecting metal surfaces in industrial cooling systems, oilfield pipelines, and acidizing treatments.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the synthesis of cationic surfactants for agrochemicals, fabric softeners, and personal care products due to its excellent wetting and dispersing properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for producing quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) and other specialty chemicals.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling muds and completion fluids as a lubricity agent and for clay stabilization.
• Coatings & Paints: Acts as a dispersing agent and adhesion promoter in pigment preparations and coating formulations.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Functions as a softening and antistatic agent in textile processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Undecylimidazoline
CAS No.	29249-55-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₆N₂
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-2-undecyl-; 2-Undecyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole; 2-Undecyl-2-imidazoline; Undecylimidazoline; N-Undecylimidazoline; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-undecylimidazoline; Corrosion inhibitor A; Amine C11
EINECS	249-528-7

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Undecylimidazoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO 9001 standards, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product is stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
pH (10% solution)	9.0 - 11.0
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.95 g/cm³

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