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EDTA Tetrasodium

High-Performance Water-Soluble Chelating Agent for Industrial & Specialty Applications

EDTA Tetrasodium, also known as Tetrasodium EDTA, is a highly water-soluble chelating and sequestering agent used to bind and control metal ions across a wide range of industrial and specialty applications. As the tetrasodium salt of Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA), it is particularly suitable for alkaline and aqueous formulations where effective metal-ion control is required.

EDTA Tetrasodium is widely used in water treatment, detergents, industrial cleaning, textiles, pulp & paper, personal care, electroplating and specialty chemical formulations to support process stability and reduce unwanted metal-ion interference.

Key Features

  • Excellent Chelating Performance – Effectively binds and controls selected metal ions
  • High Water Solubility – Suitable for aqueous and liquid formulations
  • Effective Sequestering Action – Helps reduce unwanted metal-ion interference
  • Hardness Control – Helps manage calcium, magnesium and other metal ions
  • Suitable for Alkaline Systems – Useful in a variety of alkaline formulations
  • Formulation Stability – Supports consistent product and process performance
  • Wide Industrial Applications – Suitable for water treatment, detergents, textiles and more
  • Consistent Quality – Designed for reliable industrial performance

    Technical Specifications

    Product InformationValueTechnical InformationValue
    Product NameEDTA TetrasodiumCommon NameTetrasodium EDTA
    Chemical NameTetrasodium EthylenediaminetetraacetateCAS No.64-02-8*
    Chemical FormulaC₁₀H₁₂N₂Na₄O₈*Molecular Weight380.17*
    AppearanceWhite Powder*Physical FormPowder / Crystalline Solid*
    Active ContentAs per product specificationpHAs per product specification
    ApplicationIndustrial & Specialty ApplicationsPackagingStandard & Customized Options

    *Technical values should be confirmed against the exact Kriprix product grade/TDS before publishing, particularly if the supplied product is a hydrated form or solution.

    Applications

    EDTA Tetrasodium is used across multiple industries where effective metal-ion control, water softening and formulation stability are required.

    Water Treatment

    Used as a chelating and sequestering agent to bind selected metal ions and support effective metal-ion management in industrial water-treatment processes.

    Detergents & Cleaning Products

    Helps control calcium, magnesium and other metal ions that can interfere with cleaning performance, making it useful in detergent and cleaning formulations.

    Industrial Cleaning

    Used in selected industrial cleaners to help manage hardness ions, metal deposits and unwanted metal-ion interactions.

    Textile Industry

    Used during bleaching, dyeing, washing and other textile-processing operations to control metal ions that may interfere with chemical treatments.

    Pulp & Paper

    Used in selected pulp and paper processes to control metal ions that can interfere with bleaching and other chemical-treatment operations.

    Cosmetics & Personal Care

    Used as a chelating agent in selected personal-care and cosmetic formulations to bind trace metal ions and support formulation stability.

    Electroplating & Surface Treatment

    Used for metal-ion management in selected electroplating, metal-cleaning and surface-treatment processes.

    Soap & Detergent Manufacturing
    Suitable for selected soap and detergent formulations where hardness control and metal-ion sequestration are required.
    Industrial & Specialty Chemicals

    Used as a versatile chelating agent in specialty chemical formulations requiring effective metal-ion control.

    Why Choose EDTA Tetrasodium?

    Step 1

    Effective Metal-Ion Control

    Forms stable complexes with selected metal ions, helping reduce unwanted interference in industrial processes and formulations.

    Step 2

    Excellent Water Solubility

    Its water-soluble nature makes EDTA Tetrasodium suitable for aqueous formulations, liquid products and industrial processing systems.

    Step 3

    Suitable for Alkaline Systems

    Particularly useful in suitable alkaline formulations where effective chelation and hardness control are required.

    Step 4

    Versatile Industrial Applications

    Suitable for water treatment, detergents, industrial cleaning, textiles, pulp & paper, personal care and specialty chemicals.

    Packaging & Supply

    EDTA Tetrasodium can be supplied in suitable industrial packaging according to customer requirements. Packaging, quantity and supply options can be discussed based on the intended application and order requirements.

    Packaging: Standard and customized options available
    Supply: Regular and bulk industrial requirements
    Documentation: Product specifications and technical documentation available upon request

    Handling & Storage

    Store EDTA Tetrasodium in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area, protected from moisture, direct sunlight and excessive heat. Keep the product packaging properly sealed when not in use.

    Use appropriate personal protective equipment during handling and follow the applicable Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and workplace chemical-handling procedures.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is EDTA Tetrasodium?

    EDTA Tetrasodium is the tetrasodium salt of Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA). It is a water-soluble chelating agent used to bind and control metal ions in industrial and specialty formulations.

    What is EDTA Tetrasodium used for?

    It is commonly used in water treatment, detergents, industrial cleaning, textiles, pulp & paper, personal care, electroplating and specialty chemical formulations.

    What is the difference between EDTA Disodium and EDTA Tetrasodium?

    Both are sodium salts of EDTA. EDTA Tetrasodium contains four sodium ions and generally produces a more alkaline solution, while EDTA Disodium contains two sodium ions and is commonly used where a lower formulation pH is preferred.

    Is EDTA Tetrasodium water soluble?

    Yes. EDTA Tetrasodium has good water solubility, making it suitable for many aqueous formulations and industrial processes.

    Is EDTA Tetrasodium used in detergents?

    Yes. It is used in suitable detergent and cleaning formulations to help control hardness-causing and other metal ions.

    Do you supply EDTA Tetrasodium in bulk?

    Yes. Bulk supply and packaging options can be discussed based on quantity, application and customer requirements.

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