Description

Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazolium Chloride 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 complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking advanced performance additives.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a mild surfactant, emulsifier, and conditioning agent in shampoos, body washes, and skin creams.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as an adjuvant, wetting agent, and penetrant to enhance the efficacy of pesticides and herbicides.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a key component in hard surface cleaners, degreasers, and detergent blends for its superior cleaning and foaming properties.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a softener, leveling agent, and antistatic agent in fabric treatment and dyeing processes.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and surfactant in drilling muds and production chemicals.
• Paint & Coating Additives: Used as a dispersant and flow control agent to improve pigment stability and application properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	61702-60-1
Molecular Formula	C17H31ClN2NaO4
Molecular Weight	394.88 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Carboxymethyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-nonyl-4,5-dihydroimidazolium Chloride Sodium Salt; Sodium 2-Nonyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-imidazoline Acetate; Imidazolinium Amphoteric Surfactant; Amphoteric 10; Amphoteric Surfactant CAS 61702-60-1; Sodium Cocoamphoacetate (related class); C9 Amphoacetate
EINECS	262-977-1

Quality Control

Our production of Sodium 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazolium Chloride adheres to stringent quality management systems. Every batch is tested against rigorous in-house specifications to ensure consistency, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, pH, and moisture content are provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and traceability for our global B2B clients.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 40.0 %
pH (10% solution)	8.0 - 10.0
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 3.0 %
Chloride Content	Conforms

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