Description

(Z)-1-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-(8-Heptadecyl)-4,5-Dihydro-3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-Imidazolium Chloride is a high-purity, functionalized imidazolium salt offering unique cationic and amphiphilic properties. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and active component in advanced material synthesis and specialty formulations. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty surfactant industries for developing novel ionic liquids, catalysts, and delivery systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring cationic functionality.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key component in the development of specialized herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating task-specific ionic liquids used in green chemistry, catalysis, and separation processes.
• Specialty Surfactants & Dispersants: Utilized in formulating cationic surfactants for cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial cleaning applications.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Incorporated into advanced corrosion inhibitor packages for metal treatment and protection in industrial settings.
• Material Science: Employed in the surface modification of polymers, nanoparticles, and membranes to impart specific charge or functional group characteristics.
• Bioconjugation & Drug Delivery: Functions as a linker or cationic headgroup in the design of liposomes, dendrimers, and other targeted delivery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-1-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-(8-Heptadecyl)-4,5-Dihydro-3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-Imidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	93783-48-3
Molecular Formula	C24H48ClN3O
Molecular Weight	430.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazolium, 1-(2-aminoethyl)-4,5-dihydro-2-(8-heptadecenyl)-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, chloride, (Z)-; (Z)-1-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-dihydro-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1H-imidazolium chloride; 2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-1-(2-aminoethyl)-4,5-dihydro-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1H-imidazolium chloride (Z)-; Oleyl hydroxyethyl imidazoline quaternary ammonium salt (specific isomer); Cationic imidazoline surfactant intermediate; Aminoethyl heptadecenyl imidazolinium chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of (Z)-1-(2-Aminoethyl)-2-(8-Heptadecyl)-4,5-Dihydro-3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-Imidazolium Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and titration for assay, to ensure consistent identity, purity, and performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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