Description

1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(Tall Oil Alkyl)-2-Imidazoline is a versatile, oil-derived imidazoline surfactant valued for its excellent emulsifying, dispersing, and corrosion-inhibiting properties. This compound is particularly significant for its ability to form stable formulations in challenging environments, offering a balance of surface activity and chemical stability. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the oilfield chemicals, coatings, metalworking fluids, and agrochemical industries for formulating effective additives and intermediates.

Application

• Oilfield Chemicals: Acts as a key corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier in drilling fluids, production chemicals, and pipeline treatments.
• Coatings and Paints: Serves as a pigment dispersant and grinding aid, improving color development and stability in solvent-based and industrial coating systems.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in soluble oils and semi-synthetic metalworking fluids.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as an emulsifier and adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates to enhance spray application and efficacy.
• Asphalt Additives: Employed as an adhesion promoter and emulsifying agent in asphalt and road construction materials.
• Fuel and Lubricant Additives: Utilized as a detergent and dispersant additive to control deposits and improve performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(Tall Oil Alkyl)-2-Imidazoline
CAS No.	68611-03-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Tall Oil Imidazoline; 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-tall oil alkyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole; TOFA Imidazoline; Tall Oil Fatty Acid Imidazoline; 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-2-noroccoalkyl-; Corrosion Inhibitor Imidazoline; Ethomeen T; Amine derivative of tall oil fatty acids
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(Tall Oil Alkyl)-2-Imidazoline is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with industry specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and key physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve product integrity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Amber to brown viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Imidazoline Content)	Min. 90%
Amine Value	Contact for details
Water Content	Max. 1.0%
pH (10% solution)	9.0 - 11.0

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