Description

1-Benzyl-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(15-Methylhexadecyl)-1H-Imidazolium Chloride is a high-purity, specialty imidazolium-based ionic liquid and cationic surfactant designed for advanced chemical synthesis and formulation. This compound is valued for its unique combination of a long hydrophobic alkyl chain and a hydrophilic cationic head group, offering excellent surface activity and phase-transfer catalytic properties. It serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to enhance reaction efficiency or modify material surfaces.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly useful in alkylation, esterification, and polymerization processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as an emulsifier, dispersant, or penetrant adjuvant in herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides to improve efficacy and stability.
• Surfactant & Corrosion Inhibitor: Used in industrial cleaning formulations, oilfield chemicals, and metal treatment processes due to its surface-active and film-forming properties.
• Ionic Liquid Solvent/Electrolyte: Employed in green chemistry applications, electrochemistry, and as a solvent for catalysis and separation processes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Functions as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and nanocomposites to impart specific ionic characteristics.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Utilized as a mobile phase additive in chromatography or as a standard for analytical method development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Benzyl-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(15-Methylhexadecyl)-1H-Imidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	84625-60-5
Molecular Formula	C30H53ClN2O
Molecular Weight	493.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Benzyl-2-(15-methylhexadecyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride; 1-Benzyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(15-methylhexadecyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride; 1H-Imidazolium, 1-benzyl-4,5-dihydro-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(15-methylhexadecyl)-, chloride; Cetyltrimethylammonium chloride analogue (imidazolium-based); Long-chain imidazolium salt; Cationic imidazoline surfactant; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-4,5-Dihydro-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(15-Methylhexadecyl)-1H-Imidazolium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail all critical parameters, including assay, impurity profile, and physical properties. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and production needs.

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 under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride Content (Titration)	Conforms

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