EDTA
CompareAliases: EDTA, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
Chelating agent for metal-ion control, water hardness management, and stability support.
Identity and Classification
| INCI Name | EDTA |
| IUPAC Name | - |
| Other Names | EDTA, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid |
| Abbreviations | EDTA |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16N2O8 |
| CAS # | 60-00-4 |
| EC # | - |
| Ingredient Category | - |
| Chemical Family | - |
Overview
EDTA is used in practical industrial formulations where chelating agent for metal-ion control, water softening, and stability support. are required. Grade selection should consider active matter or assay, impurity profile, physical form, pH range, compatibility, processing conditions, and supplier documentation. Typical values are screening guidance only and should not replace supplier specifications.
Functions and Industries
Formulation Examples
Water Treatment
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Compatibility and Incompatibility
Compatible
Incompatible
No known incompatibilities documented.
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