37478-68-5

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol
• Synonyms: 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol;CAPRYL HYDROXYETHYL IMIDAZOLINE;1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-2-nonyl-;2-(2-nonyl-4,5-dihydroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol;4,5-dihydro-2- nonyl-1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol;1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nonyl-2-imidazoline;2-Nonyl-2-imidazoline-1-ethanol
• CAS NO: 37478-68-5
• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₂₈N₂O
• Molecular Weight: 240.38492
• EINECS: 253-521-2
• Mol File: 37478-68-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 384.1 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 186.1 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.99 g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 1.75E-07mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.509
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol(37478-68-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol(37478-68-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 37478-68-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol, also known as Nonylphenol ethoxylate or Nonylphenol, is a nonionic surfactant chemical compound commonly utilized in industrial and commercial applications, particularly in the production of detergents, cleaners, and emulsifiers. Despite its widespread use, it has been identified as environmentally persistent and toxic to aquatic life, raising concerns regarding its potential effects on the environment and human health.

Uses

Used in Detergent and Cleaner Production:
2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol is used as a surfactant in the manufacturing of detergents and cleaners for its ability to reduce surface tension and improve the solubility of oils and dirt in water, enhancing the cleaning process.
Used in Emulsifier Production:
In the production of emulsifiers, 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol is used as a surfactant to stabilize mixtures of immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, by reducing the interfacial tension between them.
Used in Industrial Applications:
2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol is used as a surfactant in various industrial applications for its ability to improve the efficiency of processes that involve the interaction of different substances, such as in the manufacturing of textiles, paints, and coatings.
However, due to the environmental and health concerns associated with 2-(2-nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol, several countries have implemented regulations to restrict or ban its use in certain products, promoting the development and adoption of safer and more environmentally friendly alternatives.

InChI:InChI=1/C14H28N2O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-14-15-10-11-16(14)12-13-17/h17H,2-13H2,1H3

Downstream Products

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