Description

(Z,Z)-n-[2-[2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethyl]-9-Octadecenamide is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid derivative belonging to the imidazoline class of compounds. This specialty chemical is valued for its unique surfactant and emulsifying properties, which are critical for formulating stable and effective products. It serves as a key intermediate and functional additive for manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and industrial lubricant sectors seeking performance-enhancing ingredients.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary emulsifier, thickener, and conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as an adjuvant and emulsifier in pesticide and herbicide concentrates to improve spreading and adherence on plant surfaces.
• Industrial Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifying agent, enhancing the stability and performance of oil-in-water emulsions.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Serves as a softener, lubricant, and antistatic agent in fiber treatment and leather finishing processes.
• Paints & Coatings: Employed as a dispersing and wetting agent to improve pigment dispersion and film formation in water-based systems.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Utilized in drilling muds and completion fluids as an emulsifier and rheology modifier.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z,Z)-n-[2-[2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethyl]-9-Octadecenamide
CAS No.	63441-26-9
Molecular Formula	C₄₀H₇₅N₃O
Molecular Weight	614.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline; 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-2-nor-8-heptadecenyl-, 9-octadecenamide; N-(2-(2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl)oleamide; Imidazoline derivative of oleic acid; Fatty acid imidazoline; Nor-8-heptadecenyl imidazoline ethanol oleamide; Surfactant 63441-26-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (Z,Z)-n-[2-[2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethyl]-9-Octadecenamide adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with relevant industry standards. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Amino Value	Contact for details

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