Myristyl hydroxyethyl imidazoline
Synonyms
1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-2-tridecyl-;
4,5-Dihydro-2-tridecyl-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
> Amine
>> Heteroalicyclic Amine
>>> Imidazoline
>>>> Linear Alkyl Imidazoline
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 6942-02-5
EINECS: 230-097-7
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C18H36N2O
Molecular Weight: 296.49
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), paste.
Solubility slightly soluble in water; or dispersible in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Paste form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2, nitrogen oxides and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antistatic, dispersing, emulsifying, anticorrosive, lubricating, antirust, solubilizing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Paste |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
90.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Paste |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as antistatic agent.
Use as emulsifying agent, dispersing agent.
Use as corrosion inhibitor, lubricant.
Use as intermediate in organic synthesis.
2, Personal care products
Antistatic agent, conditioning agent in personal care products.
3, Machinery
Corrosion inhibitor in industrial cleaning, metal working fluids.
Manufacturers
Update: 20200808(1);