Description

3-[2-[(4,5-Dihydro-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazol)-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propanoic Acid Sodium Salt is a high-purity specialty chemical salt derived from an imidazoline-based carboxylic acid. This compound is valued for its unique surfactant and chelating properties, making it a critical intermediate in advanced formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking high-performance, water-soluble functional additives.

Application

• Surfactant and Emulsifier in personal care products like shampoos, conditioners, and skin cleansers.
• Corrosion Inhibitor and additive in industrial lubricants, metalworking fluids, and cooling systems.
• Chelating Agent in agricultural formulations to enhance nutrient availability and stability.
• Detergent Builder in industrial and institutional cleaning products for improved sequestration.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate for the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Textile Auxiliary used as a softener or antistatic agent in fabric treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[2-[(4,5-Dihydro-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazol)-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propanoic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	70942-02-8
Molecular Formula	C17H31N2O3Na
Molecular Weight	334.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 3-[2-[(4,5-dihydro-2-nonyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethoxy]propanoate; 2-Nonyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol, β-carboxyethyl ether, sodium salt; Imidazoline carboxylate sodium salt; Sodium 2-(2-nonyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethoxyacetate (common naming variant); UNII-Contact for details; Caprylic imidazoline propionate sodium salt; Amphoteric surfactant intermediate; Sodium salt of imidazoline ethoxypropionic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-[2-[(4,5-Dihydro-2-Nonyl-1H-Imidazol)-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propanoic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0

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