Description

2-(2-Heptadec-8-Enyl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Ethylamine Hydroxyacetate is a high-purity, functionalized imidazoline derivative salt. This compound is valued for its surfactant and cationic properties, making it a critical intermediate and functional additive in advanced formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a conditioning agent, emulsifier, and viscosity modifier in hair care products, skin creams, and lotions.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as an adjuvant, emulsifier, or dispersant in pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to improve efficacy and sprayability.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Serves as a key component in corrosion inhibitor packages for industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softener, antistatic agent, and dyeing auxiliary in textile and leather treatment chemicals.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a surfactant and formulation aid in drilling muds, completion fluids, and production chemicals.
• Industrial Cleaning: Used in the formulation of industrial and institutional (I&I) cleaners and degreasers for its surfactant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Heptadec-8-Enyl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Ethylamine Hydroxyacetate
CAS No.	68083-46-5
Molecular Formula	C24H47N3O3
Molecular Weight	425.65 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazolium, 1-[2-(aminoethyl)]-4,5-dihydro-2-(8-heptadecenyl)-, acetate (salt); 2-(2-Heptadec-8-enyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethylammonium acetate; Aminoethyl heptadecenyl imidazoline acetate; Oleyl imidazoline aminoethyl acetate derivative; 1-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-(heptadec-8-enyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-1-ium acetate; 2-(2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethanaminium acetate
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Heptadec-8-Enyl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Ethylamine Hydroxyacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your formulation requirements.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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