Description

Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is a versatile, nitrogen-based organic compound belonging to the imidazoline class of surfactants and corrosion inhibitors. This product is valued for its excellent emulsifying, dispersing, and film-forming properties, making it a key performance additive in numerous industrial formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the oil & gas, personal care, agrochemical, and metalworking industries seeking effective surface activity and protection.

Application

• As a corrosion inhibitor and scale inhibitor in oilfield production chemicals, water treatment, and cooling systems.
• An effective emulsifier and surfactant in the formulation of agrochemicals, such as pesticides and herbicides.
• A key conditioning agent and emulsifier in personal care products, including hair conditioners and skin creams.
• Used as a softening agent and antistatic agent in the textile industry.
• Acts as a lubricant additive and metalworking fluid component for enhanced surface protection.
• An intermediate in the synthesis of other specialty chemicals, including quaternary ammonium compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
CAS No.	51023-21-3
Molecular Formula	C23H44N2O
Molecular Weight	364.61 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-2-nor-8-heptadecenyl-; 2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-oleyl-2-imidazoline; Oleyl Imidazoline; Hydroxyethyl Oleyl Imidazoline; Amine O; Corrosion Inhibitor A; N-Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
EINECS	256-974-4

Quality Control

Our Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Amber to brown viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
pH (10% solution)	9.0 - 11.0
Amine Value	Contact for details

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