EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid)
(CAS No. 60-00-4)
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Overview
EDTA is a highly effective chelating agent used to bind metal ions in various industrial, agricultural, and laboratory applications. It forms stable complexes with calcium, magnesium, iron, and other metal ions, making it ideal for water treatment, cleaning formulations, pharmaceuticals, and micronutrient delivery in agriculture. EDTA is available in multiple forms, including acid (EDTA) or tetrasodium (EDTA-4Na) salts.
Applications
EDTA is widely used in:
Water Treatment
Prevents scaling and metal ion interference
Detergents and Cleaners
Improves stain removal and product performance
Textile Processing
Used in dyeing and bleaching processes
Agriculture
Micronutrient carrier in foliar sprays and fertilizers
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Stabilizes formulations and prevents metal-catalyzed degradation
Pharmaceuticals
Chelating agent in drug formulations and blood preservatives
Pulp & Paper Industry
Enhances bleaching and prevents metal precipitation
Key Features
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
| Appearance (Acid form) | White crystalline powder |
| Active Content | ≥ 99% (acid form) |
| pH (1% solution) | ~2.5 – 3.5 (acid form); ~10–12 (Na4 form) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (salts); slight (acid) |
| Molecular Weight | 292.24 (acid), 372.24 (Na4 form) |
| Shelf Life | 2 years in sealed container |
| Packaging Options | 25 kg bags / 500 kg jumbo bags |
Custom packaging and liquid formulations available on request.
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