Description

Sodium 3-[2-[4,5-Dihydro-2-(15-Methylhexadecyl)-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propionate is a high-purity, amphoteric surfactant and specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique combination of cationic imidazoline and anionic carboxylate functionalities, offering excellent emulsifying, conditioning, and antistatic properties. It is primarily sought by formulators in the personal care, textile processing, and industrial cleaning sectors for creating high-performance products.

Application

• Hair Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a highly effective conditioning agent and antistatic in shampoos, conditioners, and hair styling products, providing superior softness and manageability.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a softener, lubricant, and antistatic agent in fabric finishing and fiber processing to improve hand feel and processing performance.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Serves as a powerful emulsifier and surfactant in hard surface cleaners, degreasers, and specialty detergents for its stability across a range of pH conditions.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier in synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants and lubricants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed as a surfactant and compatibility agent in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading and adhesion.
• Personal Care Cleansers: Utilized in mild facial cleansers and body washes for its gentle cleansing and foam-boosting characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 3-[2-[4,5-Dihydro-2-(15-Methylhexadecyl)-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propionate
CAS No.	97158-48-0
Molecular Formula	C25H47N2NaO3
Molecular Weight	446.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-[2-(2-heptadecyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethoxy]acetate; Sodium (2-{2-[(C16-C18 alkyl)imidazolinium]ethoxy}acetate); Imidazoline-based amphoteric surfactant; Sodium carboxymethylated imidazoline; Amphoteric surfactant CAS 97158-48-0; 1-Carboxymethyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-heptadecyl-2-imidazolinium hydroxide, sodium salt; Heptadecyl hydroxyethyl imidazoline propionate
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 3-[2-[4,5-Dihydro-2-(15-Methylhexadecyl)-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl]Ethoxy]Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our B2B partners.

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) and must be kept in its original, sealed packaging to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and performance. Keep away from strong acids and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
pH (10% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	10.0% - 15.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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