Description

1-Ethyl-2-Heptadecyl-4,5-Dihydro-3-[2-[(1-Oxooctadecyl)Amino]Ethyl]-1H-Imidazolium Ethyl Sulphate is a high-purity, specialty cationic surfactant belonging to the imidazolinium class. This compound is valued for its exceptional surface-active properties, offering superior emulsification, softening, and antistatic effects in demanding formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the textile, personal care, and industrial chemical sectors seeking to enhance product performance and process efficiency.

Application

• Textile Softening & Antistatic Agent: Primary application as a highly effective cationic softener for natural and synthetic fibers, providing a luxurious hand feel and reducing static cling.
• Hair Conditioner & Skin Cream Formulations: Acts as a substantive conditioning agent in rinse-off and leave-on personal care products, improving manageability and imparting softness.
• Industrial Emulsifier & Dispersant: Used in the formulation of polishes, waxes, and coatings to stabilize emulsions and improve substrate wetting.
• Fabric Dyeing & Printing Auxiliary: Enhances dye leveling and fixation, improving color uniformity and fastness on textile substrates.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulations: Serves as a component in specialty lubricants and metalworking fluids where surface adsorption is required.
• Agricultural Adjuvant: Can be utilized in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve spray droplet retention and spreading on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-2-Heptadecyl-4,5-Dihydro-3-[2-[(1-Oxooctadecyl)Amino]Ethyl]-1H-Imidazolium Ethyl Sulphate
CAS No.	68310-72-5
Molecular Formula	C44H87N3O5S
Molecular Weight	770.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-heptadecyl-3-(2-stearamidoethyl)-4,5-dihydroimidazolium ethyl sulfate; Imidazolinium quaternary compound; Ethyl sulfate salt of 1-ethyl-2-heptadecyl-3-(2-stearamidoethyl)-2-imidazoline; Stearamidoethyl Ethyl Heptadecyl Imidazolinium Ethosulfate; Cationic imidazoline surfactant; Quaternary ammonium compound (Imidazolinium type); 2-Heptadecyl-1-ethyl-1-(2-stearamidoethyl)imidazolinium ethyl sulfate; Trade names may include Variquat, Ceranine, or Soframine derivatives.
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Ethyl-2-Heptadecyl-4,5-Dihydro-3-[2-[(1-Oxooctadecyl)Amino]Ethyl]-1H-Imidazolium Ethyl Sulphate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to ensure chemical identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow paste or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvent (GC)	Contact for details
pH (10% solution)	4.0 - 7.0

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