Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), disodium salt, dihydrate

INCI Name: Tetrasodium EDTA

Functions: Chelating Agent, Chelating Agent, Stabilizer

CAS Number: 6381-92-6

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Synonyms: Disodium (Ethylenedinitrilo)Tetraacetate Dihydrate, Disodium Edetate Dihydrate, Disodium Edta Dihydrate, Edetate Disodium, EDTA Disodium Dihydrate, EDTA Disodium Salt Dihydrate, Edetate Sodium, EDTA Tetrasodium, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Tetrasodium Salt, Sodium Edetate, Tetrasodium Edetate, Tetrasodium ethylenediamine tetraacetate

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Molecular formula
EDTA-Na₂H₂.2H₂O
Chemical Structure

Dissolvine NA2 - Chemical Structure

Features & Benefits

Environmental Aspects

Inherently biodegradable. Rapid biodegradation can be obtained under slightly alkaline conditions.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applicable Processes
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Industrial Additives End Use
Recommended Applications
  • In the detergent industry as stabilizer.
  • In the chemical industry as metal carrier in redox systems.
  • In the cosmetic industry as stabilizer for preparations.
  • In the printing industry to control hardness and as stabilizer.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Free flowing white crystalline
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight372.2
Chemical Oxygen Demandapprox. 630mg/g
Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density (Tapped)approx. 800 - 1000kg/m³
Bulk Density (Untapped, Poured)approx. 500 - 700kg/m³
Solubility in Water (at 20°C)approx. 100g/l
Solubility in Water (at 40°C)approx. 135g/l
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Assaymin. 99%
pH (in 1% w/v Aqueous Dilution)4.0 - 5.0
Theoretical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Calcium Content (at pH 5 - 14)105.0mg metal/g
Copper Content (at pH 2 - 14)170.0mg metal/g
Ferric Content (at pH 1-10)150.0mg metal/g
Magnesium Content (at pH 6 - 11)65.0mg metal/g
Manganese Content (at pH 3 - 13)145.0mg metal/g
Zinc Content (at pH 2-13)175.0mg metal/g
Note

Dissolvine® NA2 is a sequestering agent of high purity forming stable, watersoluble chelates with polyvalent metal ions in a wide pH range.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Store in original packing at a dry place.
  • Opened bags must be closed again properly.
  • It is advised to re-test the material after three years of storage