Description

Disodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-2-Heptadecyl-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide is a high-purity, amphoteric surfactant and specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique structure, which imparts excellent emulsifying, conditioning, and antistatic properties in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, textile auxiliaries, and industrial surfactant sectors for creating high-performance products.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium conditioning agent and emulsifier in hair conditioners, shampoos, and skin creams, providing softness and manageability.
• Textile Processing: Used as a softener and antistatic agent for synthetic and natural fibers, improving fabric hand-feel and processability.
• Industrial Surfactants: Serves as a key intermediate for synthesizing betaine-type amphoteric surfactants used in detergents and cleaning formulations.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling muds and completion fluids for its emulsifying and corrosion inhibition properties.
• Coatings & Inks: Functions as a wetting and dispersing agent to improve pigment stability and application properties.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Enhances the efficacy of pesticides and herbicides by improving spreading and adhesion on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Disodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-2-Heptadecyl-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide
CAS No.	30473-39-3
Molecular Formula	C26H49N2Na2O5
Molecular Weight	508.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate (C17 analog); Disodium 2-Heptadecyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-(carboxymethyl)-4,5-dihydroimidazolium Hydroxide; C17 Alkyl Amphodicarboxylic Acid, Disodium Salt; Heptadecyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline Dicarboxylate, Disodium Salt; Amphoteric Surfactant CAS 30473-39-3; Lauroamphodiacetate (C17); Disodium N-Carboxymethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-heptadecylimidazolinium Hydroxide
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Quality Control

Our production of Disodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-2-Heptadecyl-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-Imidazolium Hydroxide adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, composition, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 40%
pH (10% Solution)	8.0 - 10.0
Water Content	Max. 55%
Residual Solvent	Contact for details

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