Description

Heptadecenyl Imidazolinium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound belonging to the imidazolinium class, valued for its potent cationic surfactant properties. This chemical is a key ingredient in formulations requiring strong emulsification, antistatic effects, and surface modification. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, textile processing, and industrial cleaning sectors for its conditioning and softening capabilities.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a primary cationic surfactant, providing excellent detangling, softness, and manageability to hair.
• Fabric Softeners & Textile Auxiliaries: Imparts a soft hand feel to fabrics and reduces static cling in laundry and textile finishing applications.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as an emulsifier and antistatic agent in hard surface cleaners, floor polishes, and vehicle wash formulations.
• Personal Care Products: Used in skin creams, lotions, and shaving products for its emollient and conditioning properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Functions as a component in oilfield and industrial water treatment formulations to protect metal surfaces.
• Asphalt Emulsifiers: Aids in the formation and stabilization of cationic asphalt emulsions for road construction and maintenance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptadecenyl Imidazolinium Chloride
CAS No.	82078-98-6
Molecular Formula	C22H43ClN2
Molecular Weight	371.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Heptadecenyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-1-ium chloride; 1-Heptadecenyl-2-imidazolinium chloride; Heptadecenyl imidazoline methochloride; Imidazolinium quaternary compound; Cationic surfactant 22; Quaternium-71 (cosmetic ingredient name); 1-(Heptadec-8-enyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride
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Quality Control

Our Heptadecenyl Imidazolinium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and appearance is provided with every shipment.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 70%
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	Max. 3.0%
pH (10% solution)	4.0 - 7.0
Color (Gardner)	Max. 8

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