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EDTA

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Chemical Product

EDTA

    Synonyms:
    Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid, EDTA Acid
    Molecular Formula:
    C10H16N2O8
    Cas Number:
    60-00-4
    Molecular Weight:
    292.24 g/mol
    Product Description:
    EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid) is a chelating agent that binds to metal ions, making them more soluble. It appears as a white crystalline powder and is widely used across industries for its strong ability to sequester metal ions. EDTA is commonly found in cleaning products, water treatment processes, personal care items, and industrial processes.
    Applications:
    - Water Treatment: Used to remove heavy metal ions. - Cleaning Products: Acts as a builder and stabilizer. - Personal Care: Found in cosmetics and skin care products. - Pharmaceuticals: Used to enhance stability in drug formulations. - Agriculture: Used in micronutrient fertilizers. - Textile and Paper: Helps prevent discoloration caused by metal impurities.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula C10H16N2O8
Molecular Weight 292.24 g/mol
Melting Point 240 °C (decomposes)
Solubility Slightly soluble in water
pH (1% solution) 2.5 - 3.5
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid) is a chelating agent that binds to metal ions, making them more soluble. It appears as a white crystalline powder and is widely used across industries for its strong ability to sequester metal ions. EDTA is commonly found in cleaning products, water treatment processes, personal care items, and industrial processes.
- Water Treatment: Used to remove heavy metal ions. - Cleaning Products: Acts as a builder and stabilizer. - Personal Care: Found in cosmetics and skin care products. - Pharmaceuticals: Used to enhance stability in drug formulations. - Agriculture: Used in micronutrient fertilizers. - Textile and Paper: Helps prevent discoloration caused by metal impurities.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula C10H16N2O8
Molecular Weight 292.24 g/mol
Melting Point 240 °C (decomposes)
Solubility Slightly soluble in water
pH (1% solution) 2.5 - 3.5
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions