Description

17-(4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Heptadec-9-En-7-Ol is a high-purity, long-chain imidazoline derivative with a unique unsaturated fatty alcohol structure. This compound is valued for its surfactant and chelating properties, making it a critical intermediate for advanced specialty chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for developing emulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, and bioactive formulations.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a key intermediate for synthesizing cationic surfactants and emulsifiers used in hair conditioners, skin creams, and other personal care products.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as a building block for producing adjuvants, emulsifiers, and specialized surfactants that enhance the efficacy of pesticides and herbicides.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and drug delivery agents due to its imidazoline functional group.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Used as a precursor for manufacturing high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as an intermediate for softeners, dyeing auxiliaries, and finishing agents.
• Lubricant Additives: Employed in the production of friction modifiers and anti-wear additives for advanced lubricant formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	17-(4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Heptadec-9-En-7-Ol
CAS No.	61792-30-1
Molecular Formula	C20H38N2O
Molecular Weight	322.53 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Heptadecen-7-ol, 17-(4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-yl)-; 2-(12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole; 17-(2-Imidazolin-2-yl)heptadec-9-en-7-ol; Oleyl imidazoline (hydroxy-substituted); 1H-Imidazole-2-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-α-9-heptadecenyl-ω-hydroxy-; Hydroxy oleyl imidazoline; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 17-(4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Heptadec-9-En-7-Ol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Every lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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