EDTA
EthyleneDiamineTetraAcetic acid (EDTA) is an aminopolycarboxylic acid with the formula [CH2N(CH2CO2H)2]2. This white, water-soluble solid is widely used to bind to iron and calcium ions. It binds these ions as a hexadentate ("six-toothed") chelating agent. EDTA is produced as several salts, notably disodium EDTA, sodium calcium edetate, and tetrasodium EDTA. EDTA is a chelating agent used in various industries including water treatment, food, cleaning and other industrial applications.
- Synonyms
- Diaminoethane-tetraacetic acid, EDTA Acid, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid, H4EDTA
- Chemical Formula
- C10H16N2O8
- CAS Number
- 60-00-4
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 292.244 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 240.0°C
- Density
- 0.860 g/cc
- Forms
- Powder, White, Crystalline
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Hair care
- Wastewater treatment
- Water treatment
- Cleaning products
- Detergent
- Household industrial
- Personal care
- Cosmetic products
Industries
- Beauty & Personal Care
- Water Treatment
- Chemical Processing
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