Description

3-[2-[2-[(Z)-9-Octadecenyl]-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propanoic Acid Sodium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble imidazole derivative with surfactant properties. This compound is valued for its unique amphiphilic structure, which combines a long-chain oleyl group with a hydrophilic imidazole and carboxylate moiety, enabling its use as a specialized emulsifier and surface-active agent. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for formulating advanced delivery systems and functional materials.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a mild, cationic-compatible emulsifier and conditioning agent in hair care products, skin creams, and lotions.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used as an excipient in topical drug delivery systems to enhance skin penetration and stabilize emulsions.
• Specialty Surfactants: Serves as a key intermediate or component in the synthesis of novel amphoteric or cationic surfactants for industrial applications.
• Biomaterial Research: Employed in the development of lipid-based nanoparticles, liposomes, and other colloidal carriers for targeted delivery.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softener, lubricant, or antistatic agent in finishing formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Investigated for use in protective coatings and formulations due to the potential film-forming ability of its imidazole group.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[2-[2-[(Z)-9-Octadecenyl]-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propanoic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	72928-21-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₄₇N₂O₃Na
Molecular Weight	458.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 3-[2-[2-[(Z)-9-octadecenyl]-1H-imidazol-1-yl]ethoxy]propanoate; Oleyl Imidazoline Propionate Sodium Salt; 1-(2-Carboxyethyloxyethyl)-2-oleylimidazoline Sodium Salt; 2-Oleyl-1-(2-carboxyethoxymethyl)imidazoline Sodium Salt; 1-(2-Carboxyethoxymethyl)-2-oleylimidazoline Sodium Salt; Imidazoline derivative OA; Sodium Oleyl Imidazoline Carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-[2-[2-[(Z)-9-Octadecenyl]-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propanoic Acid Sodium Salt adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties are provided to guarantee compliance with your specifications and support regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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