Description

1-Benzyl-4,5-Dihydro-2-Isoheptadecyl-1-[2-[(1-Oxoisooctadecyl)Amino]Ethyl]-1H-Imidazolium Chloride is a high-purity, specialty quaternary ammonium salt with a complex amphiphilic structure, offering unique surface-active and biocidal properties. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial agent in demanding formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the industrial biocides, personal care, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors seeking advanced functional additives.

Application

• Industrial Biocide Formulations: Acts as a powerful active ingredient in disinfectants, sanitizers, and preservatives for industrial water systems, oilfield applications, and surface treatments.
• Personal Care Products: Serves as a conditioning agent and preservative booster in hair care and skincare formulations due to its cationic nature and antimicrobial efficacy.
• Textile and Leather Processing: Used as a softener, antistatic agent, and durable antimicrobial finish for fabrics and leather goods.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling muds and completion fluids for its biocidal and corrosion-inhibiting properties.
• Paper Manufacturing: Functions as a biocide in pulp and paper processing to control microbial growth and improve product shelf life.
• Cationic Surfactant Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or final product for creating custom quaternary ammonium compounds (Quats) with tailored chain lengths.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying novel antimicrobial agents, ionic liquids, and surface chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzyl-4,5-Dihydro-2-Isoheptadecyl-1-[2-[(1-Oxoisooctadecyl)Amino]Ethyl]-1H-Imidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	97338-29-9
Molecular Formula	C54H99N3O2•Cl
Molecular Weight	861.9 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	1-Benzyl-2-isoheptadecyl-1-[2-(stearoylamino)ethyl]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazolium chloride; Stearamidoethyl Benzyl Isoheptadecyl Imidazolinium Chloride; Imidazolinium quaternary ammonium salt; Quat compound 97338-29-9; Cationic surfactant 97338-29-9; 1H-Imidazolium, 1-benzyl-4,5-dihydro-2-isoheptadecyl-1-[2-[(1-oxooctadecyl)amino]ethyl]-, chloride; Benzyl Isoheptadecyl Stearamidoethyl Imidazolinium Methosulfate (related compound)
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Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-4,5-Dihydro-2-Isoheptadecyl-1-[2-[(1-Oxoisooctadecyl)Amino]Ethyl]-1H-Imidazolium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and performance consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.