Edetic Acid Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid BP
Abstract:
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), also known by several other names, is a chemical used for both industrial and medical purposes. It is an aminopolycarboxylic acid and a colorless, water-soluble solid.
Use/Application:
In shampoos, cleaners, and other personal care products, EDTA salts are used as a sequestering agent to improve their stability in air. Acts as an antioxidant in foods.
Identity:
Mol. Formula: C10H16N2O8
Mol. Wt.: 292.2 g/mol
CAS No.: 60-00-4
General Specifications
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | White or almost white, crystalline powder or colorless crystals |
| Identification
Test (A) Test (B) Test(C) |
(a)Infrared Absorption Spectrophotometry (b)Specified Test. The solution becomes yellowish. (c)Specified Test. No precipitate is formed. |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water and ethanol (96%). It dissolves in dilute solutions of alkali hydroxides. |
| Appearance of solution | The solution is clear and colorless |
| Impurity A | Not more than 0.1% |
| Chlorides | Not more than 200 ppm |
| Iron | Not more than 80 ppm |
| Heavy Metals | Not more than 20 ppm |
| Sulphated ash | Not more than 0.2% |
| Assay | Not less than 98.0% and not more than 101.0% |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
